The Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (S. 2040) changes U.S. law to allow federal courts to hear cases against foreign countries for injuries, deaths, or damages that occur in the U.S. due to acts of international terrorism. This applies if the act was committed by a foreign state or its agents, excluding acts of war or simple negligence. U.S. citizens can sue foreign states if harmed by terrorism linked to designated terrorist organizations. The bill also allows for civil liability against individuals who help or conspire with terrorist organizations. The Department of Justice can intervene in these cases if the U.S. is in diplomatic talks with the foreign state involved. The law applies to claims from injuries occurring on or after September 11, 2001.
While the details of S. 1071: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 are not specifically available, based on the title and previous similar bills, it likely authorizes appropriations and sets policies for Department of Defense programs and activities, including military personnel strengths. It could include details on defense budget allocation, military operations, equipment procurement, personnel pay and benefits, research and development, and other aspects of the national defense program.
Bill S.2680, also known as the Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018, is a law designed to tackle the opioid crisis in the US. It plans to do this by improving prevention, treatment, recovery, and law enforcement efforts related to opioid abuse. The bill also aims to promote research into non-addictive painkillers, increase access to treatment and recovery services, create comprehensive recovery centers, and strengthen law enforcement's ability to stop the illegal drug supply. It also has measures to protect communities from drug-related violence and provide support for children and families affected by substance use disorders.