Replace UNRWA with Real Humanitarian Assistance Act
H.R. 9680119th Congress

Replace UNRWA with Real Humanitarian Assistance Act

Introduced in the HouseRep. Michael Lawler (R-NY-17)23 sections · 1 min read
Version: Introduced in House · Jul 14, 2026

Section 1. Short title

This Act may be cited as the Replace UNRWA with Real Humanitarian Assistance Act.

(a) In general

Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary of State shall submit to Congress a comprehensive strategy, coordinated with international partners and allies, to dismantle United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (in this section UNRWA) operations throughout the Middle East.

(b) Elements

The strategy shall include—

(1) a detailed plan and timeline for the phased wind-down of UNRWA operations;

(2) an assessment of all UNRWA programs, including education, healthcare, social services, and infrastructure;

(3) identification of appropriate entities to assume responsibility for such programs, including—

(A) host country governments; or

(B) qualified international or non-governmental organizations;

(4) identification of entities to assume responsibility for funding such programs;

(5) a plan to ensure continuity of services during the transition period;

(6) mechanisms to ensure neutrality, accountability, transparency, and oversight in successor programs;

(7) a risk-reward assessment addressing humanitarian, political, and security implications;

(8) a diplomatic engagement plan with host countries and international partners; and

(9) estimated costs and savings associated with the transition and recommendations for funding structures.

(c) Implementation

Not later than 1 year after submission of the strategy, the Secretary of State shall begin implementation of such strategy.

(d) Coordination

The strategy shall be implemented in coordination with—

(1) relevant Federal departments and agencies;

(2) host country governments;

(3) international organizations; and

(4) any other implementing partners the Secretary of State determines appropriate.

(e) Continuation of services; minimum standards

In carrying out the implementation of the strategy, the Secretary of State shall ensure that—

(1) no interruption of critical humanitarian services occurs; and

(2) all successor entities meet minimum standards for transparency and accountability.

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