H.R. 4140 · In committee · International Affairs

Burma GAP Act

Sponsor: Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY)

What it does

• Authorizes the Secretary of State to appoint a career Foreign Service Officer as Special Representative and Policy Coordinator for Burma to promote comprehensive international efforts.
• Establishes as U.S. policy to uphold the Genocide Convention, prevent and punish genocide against Rohingya, and pursue coordinated international measures to protect Rohingya human rights.
• Directs the United States to isolate the Burma military junta diplomatically and economically until civilian rule is restored.

Latest action

Jul 22, 2025: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 5.

Committee: House Foreign Affairs