Blocking the Property of Persons Involved in Serious Human Rights Abuse or Corruption

What it means

This executive order freezes the assets of individuals involved in serious human rights abuses or corruption worldwide. It allows the government to block property and deny U.S. entry to specified foreign persons engaged in these activities.

Expected impact

• Enhanced U.S. ability to target individuals responsible for human rights violations and corruption globally
• Economic pressure on sanctioned individuals through asset freezes and travel restrictions
• Strengthening of global accountability for human rights abuses and corruption
• Potential deterrent effect on officials considering engagement in corrupt practices or human rights violations
• Possible improvement in international rule of law and democratic institutions