H.R.4863

Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025

Introduced·8/1/25

Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025 amends the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act to provide lump sum catch-up payments.

The Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025 amends the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act to authorize lump sum catch-up payments for victims of the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing and the 1996 Khobar Towers bombing who did not apply for these payments due to Department of Justice guidance. The Special Master will permit these victims to demonstrate their reliance on the guidance through documentation and sworn statements.

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History

Aug 1, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Aug 1, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.