Directs the Secretary of State to designate one of the Assistant Secretaries of State as the Assistant Secretary of State for Victims of International Terrorism. Sets forth the duties of the Assistant Secretary, including to: (1) be responsible for the overall supervision within the Department of State of all matters relating to American victims of international terrorism and efforts to bring international terrorists to justice; and (2) participate in all interagency groups or organizations within the executive branch, particularly the Department of Justice, that assess, analyze, or review U.S. planned policies, programs, or actions that have a direct bearing on efforts to bring international terrorists to justice for actions affecting Americans abroad.
Actions
Apr 3, 2001
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Apr 3, 2001
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E509)