On 9/11, Graham Applauds Passage of Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act

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Congresswoman Gwen Graham released the following statement on Sunday, September 11th, applauding the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act, which passed the House on Friday.

"For years, my father has been fighting on behalf of those who lost their lives on September 11th, 2001, and their families for justice. I'm proud to help carry on that fight for justice by co-sponsoring the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act," Representative Graham said. "This legislation sends a clear message that we will not allow any country to support terrorism against Americans."

The Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act, or JASTA provides a legal mechanism for victims and their families to sue foreign nations if an agent of that foreign government played a part in an act of international terrorism. The legislation has passed both chambers of Congress and will head to the president for his signature. Thousands of families have waited years for legal framework to pursue actions against possible state sponsors behind the September 11th attacks.

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