Replace UNRWA with Real Humanitarian Assistance Act
To require the Secretary State to submit to Congress a strategy to dismantle United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East operations, and for other purposes.
HB9680 proposes a strategy for dismantling the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). This bill requires the Secretary of State to develop a plan and present it to Congress. The aim is to address concerns related to UNRWA's current operations and possibly reallocate resources or change international aid approaches.
This bill would primarily affect the UNRWA and the countries it serves, especially in the Middle East. It could also impact U.S. foreign aid policies and relations with other nations involved in Middle Eastern aid efforts. The outcome might influence the availability of aid for Palestinian refugees and the U.S. role in international humanitarian efforts.
HB9680 was introduced on July 14, 2026, and was referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. As of now, it is in its early stages, and further steps will depend on the committee's review and recommendations. Constituents should stay tuned for updates as the bill progresses through the legislative process.
