Countering Wrongful Detention Act of 2025 aims to deter and prevent the wrongful detention of U.S. nationals abroad.
The Countering Wrongful Detention Act of 2025 seeks to strengthen U.S. responses to the unlawful and wrongful detention of U.S. nationals abroad. It allows the President to designate countries as State Sponsors of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention if they engage in such activities. The Act mandates annual briefings to Congress on these detentions and related actions. It also establishes an Advisory Council on Hostage Taking and Unlawful or Wrongful Detention to advise on federal policies. The Council includes former detainees, their family members, and experts.
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