Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma Act

Floor Speech

Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 3190, the BRAVE Burma Act, sponsored by Representative Huizenga.

In February of 2021, Burma experienced a military coup that overthrew the country's democratically elected government.

The military has carried out mass violence against civilians, including genocide, mass displacement, and other crimes against humanity. This is particularly true for the nation's Muslim ethnic minority, which bears the brunt of the illegitimate government's violent and regressive persecution.

Mr. Speaker, this bill authorizes several economic levers available to the United States. This includes potential sanctions and restricting Burma's access to support from the International Monetary Fund. These are sensible steps to demonstrate Congress' continuing support for the people of Burma.

Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I reserve the balance of my time.

Mr. Speaker, in closing, this bill aims to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Burma by cutting off revenue sources for the country's ruthless and illegitimate leadership. Congress must do whatever is possible to protect human rights, stand for democratic values, and object to the atrocities committed against the Burmese people.

Therefore, Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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