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S. 1884 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026

Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2025

S. 1884 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) became law — introduced on May 22, 2025, sponsored by John Cornyn with 21 co-sponsors.

During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
May 22, 2025
Co-sponsors
21
Policy area
Law
Public law
Public Law 119-82

What it does

Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2025 This act permanently extends and expands judicial authority under the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016. The law allows and establishes procedures for civil claims and causes of action to recover artwork and other property lost between 1933 and 1945 because of Nazi persecution.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

John Cornyn (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 11 Democrats, 10 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMay 22, 2025
  • Passed the SenateDec 10, 2025
  • Passed the HouseMar 16, 2026
  • Sent to the PresidentApr 2, 2026
  • Became lawApr 13, 2026

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 119-82. (Apr 13, 2026)

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Committees

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