Syria Terrorism Threat Assessment Act
Summary
The Syria Terrorism Threat Assessment Act mandates the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a threat assessment regarding individuals in Syria affiliated with Foreign Terrorist Organizations or Specially Designated Global Terrorist Organizations. This assessment aims to identify, track, and monitor these individuals, as well as mitigate potential threats to the United States. The Act requires the Secretary to submit the assessment to relevant congressional committees within 60 days of enactment.
Expected Effects
This act will likely lead to increased scrutiny and monitoring of individuals with potential terrorist ties who are located in Syria. It could also result in enhanced security measures at U.S. borders and within the country. The assessment will inform policy decisions related to counter-terrorism efforts and immigration procedures.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced national security through better understanding of terrorist threats.
- Improved ability to identify and track potential terrorists.
- Strengthening of border security measures to prevent entry of dangerous individuals.
- Informing policy decisions related to counter-terrorism efforts.
- Increased public safety by mitigating potential terrorist threats.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased surveillance and monitoring of individuals, raising privacy concerns.
- Risk of discriminatory practices based on origin or affiliation.
- Possible strain on resources within the Department of Homeland Security.
- Limited effectiveness if data on individuals in Syria is incomplete or inaccurate.
- Potential for overreach in identifying and tracking individuals.
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Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of providing for the common defense and ensuring domestic tranquility, as stated in the Preamble. It falls under the purview of Congress's power to regulate immigration and naturalization (Article I, Section 8). The Act must be implemented in a manner that respects individual liberties and due process rights, as protected by the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).