The Rohingya Genocide Accountability and Protection Act directs the U.S. government to provide humanitarian assistance and support to Rohingya refugees and internally displaced persons while holding Burma's military accountable for genocide and crimes against humanity. The bill affects Rohingya communities in Burma, Bangladesh refugee camps, and Southeast Asia, as well as Burma's political leadership and military personnel. Specific provisions authorize at least $18 million annually from fiscal years 2025-2029 for investigations, documentation, transitional justice mechanisms, and a Burma conflict observatory program, plus funding for scholarships and food rations in refugee camps. The legislation establishes a Special Coordinator position within the State Department to oversee coordination efforts and requires annual reports to Congress for five years detailing U.S. government actions on atrocity prevention, humanitarian response, and accountability efforts.
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