Assad Regime Anti-Normalization Act of 2023

The Assad Regime Anti-Normalization Act of 2023 amends the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act to expand sanctions against foreign entities engaging with Syria's government under Bashar al-Assad. It specifically targets those providing significant financial support, aircraft parts, or commercial services to Syria, including airlines Syria Arab Airlines and Cham Wings, and prohibits U.S. recognition of the Assad regime. The bill requires annual reports detailing foreign governments' diplomatic and economic engagement with Syria and mandates determinations about the Syria Trust for Development nonprofit, led by Asma al-Assad. It also requires assessments of how foreign normalization impacts U.S. national security, humanitarian efforts, and accountability for war crimes in Syria. The legislation aims to prevent diplomatic normalization and economic engagement with the Assad government through expanded sanctions and reporting requirements.