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Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7903

Justice for Hind Rajab Act

Rep. Jacobs Pushes for Investigation into U.S. Role in Killing of 5-Year-Old Girl in Gaza

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The Justice for Hind Rajab Act is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being introduced in the House. It has been sent to the Foreign Affairs and Judiciary committees for review, where it is currently waiting for further action. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.

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Key Points

  • This bill demands accountability for the killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab, six family members, and two paramedics by Israeli Defense Forces in Gaza City on January 29, 2024. It was introduced by Rep. Jacobs, along with Rep. Castro and Rep. Jayapal.

    From policy text

    “To call for accountability for the killing of innocent civilians, including 5-year-old Hind Rajab and 2 paramedics, in an attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces”
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  • The Secretary of State must submit a report to Congress within 45 days detailing whether U.S.-provided weapons were used, whether any soldiers involved were American citizens, and whether IDF personnel involved received U.S. training.

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    “Not later than 45 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Attorney General and the Secretary of War, shall submit a report to the appropriate congressional committees regarding the Gaza City attacks of January 29, 2024”
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  • If credible evidence of war crimes involving U.S. weapons or citizens is found, the Secretary of State must refer findings to the Attorney General within 15 days for possible criminal prosecution under the War Crimes Act.

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    “the Secretary will, not later than 15 days after such certification, refer such findings to the Attorney General for prosecution of those responsible for such attacks”
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  • The bill calls on Israel to compensate the victims' families, and says the U.S. should also provide compensation if American citizens serving in the IDF were involved in the attack.

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    “the Department of State should also provide compensation to such families if it is determined that any United States citizens serving in the IDF were involved in the attacks”
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  • It establishes a broader U.S. policy to collect and preserve evidence of possible war crimes committed during the Israel-Hamas conflict for use in domestic, foreign, and international courts.

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    “to collect, analyze, and preserve evidence and information relating to possible war crimes and atrocities committed during the Israel-Hamas war that began on October 7, 2023, for use in domestic, foreign, and international courts and tribunals prosecuting those responsible for such crimes”
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Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Mar 12, 2026House

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Mar 12, 2026

Introduced in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Justice for Hind Rajab Act

Bill NumberHR 7903
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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