Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7281

Investigation into the Death of Journalist Shireen Abu Akleh

Justice for Shireen Act

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This bill, introduced by Representative Carson, would require the U.S. government to conduct a thorough investigation and release a public report about the death of Shireen Abu Akleh, a Palestinian-American journalist.
Within 30 days of the bill becoming law, the FBI and the State Department would have to identify the specific people or organizations responsible for her death.
The report must also look into whether any American military equipment, money, or services were used during the incident that led to her death.
To ensure transparency, the entire report would be unclassified and posted on the State Department’s website for anyone to read, including original documents from earlier government reviews.

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Jan 30, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Jan 30, 2026

Introduced in House

Jan 30, 2026

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E85)

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Congressional Bill

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Justice for Shireen Act

Bill NumberHR 7281

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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