AWARE Act of 2026 imposes sanctions on individuals obstructing humanitarian aid in Gaza and requires congressional approval for sanctions waivers.
The Accountability for Withholding Aid and Relief Essentials Act of 2026, or AWARE Act of 2026, aims to address the obstruction of humanitarian assistance in Gaza by imposing sanctions on individuals identified as obstructing aid. The act requires the President to submit a report to Congress annually, listing individuals who are in violation of U.S. policy on humanitarian aid. These individuals face sanctions including inadmissibility to the U.S., visa revocation, and asset blocking. The President may waive these sanctions for up to 180 days if deemed vital for U.S.
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