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U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Ted Budd (R-NC), and Rick Scott (R-FL) have come together to introduce the Terrorist Inadmissibility Codification Act. This legislation aims to combat the spread of pro-Hamas and pro-terrorist activity by expanding current U.S. law to prohibit certain individuals and organizations from entering or remaining in the country.

The bill specifically targets members, officers, officials, representatives, and spokesmen of terrorist groups such as Hamas, Hezbollah, Al-Qaeda, ISIS, and Palestine Islamic Jihad. It also includes aliens who endorse or espouse terrorist activities conducted by any of these U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organizations.

Senator Cassidy emphasized the importance of this bill, stating, "There is no place in America for those who proudly represent terrorist groups and spread hate and violence." Senator Rubio echoed this sentiment, highlighting the national security interest in preventing foreign nationals seeking to harm the nation from entering the country. He added, "Those that are already here must be removed."

To further support this effort, U.S. Representative Austin Pfluger (R-TX-11) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives.

The need for such legislation became evident following the terrorist attacks in Israel on October 7th. In the aftermath of these attacks, pro-Hamas demonstrations erupted across the U.S., involving foreign nationals. Under current federal law, individuals who endorse or espouse terrorist activity are considered inadmissible. However, the existing law only explicitly mentions the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) as a banned group, leaving room for other organizations to potentially enter the country.

The introduction of the Terrorist Inadmissibility Codification Act aims to address this gap in the law and strengthen national security measures. By expanding the list of prohibited groups and individuals, the bill seeks to ensure that foreign sympathizers and representatives of terrorist organizations are denied entry into the United States.

As this bill progresses, it is expected to face scrutiny and debate. However, its sponsors are determined to protect the nation from the influence of foreign terrorist sympathizers. The proposed legislation sends a strong message that America will not tolerate individuals or groups that promote terrorism and violence.

The introduction of the Terrorist Inadmissibility Codification Act marks a significant step forward in safeguarding the nation against the threats posed by foreign terrorist sympathizers. With bipartisan support and the commitment of its sponsors, this bill has the potential to enhance national security and reinforce America's stance against terrorism.

Click this link to access more information: https://www.cassidy.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cassidy-rubio-colleagues-introduce-bill-to-prevent-foreign-terrorist-sympathizers-from-entering-or-remaining-in-the-us