1. United States
2. Ark.
3. Letter

Preserving freedom of speech and the right to petition the government are indeed vital principles that underpin our democracy. This legislation, while aiming to provide relief to American hostages and combat terror financing, raises concerns about potential overreach and infringement on civil liberties. Its provisions to designate organizations as "terrorist supporting" and terminate their tax-exempt status could be applied too broadly, stifling legitimate dissent and advocacy. We must strike a careful balance between national security and protecting constitutional freedoms. I urge a thorough review to ensure this bill upholds the First Amendment rights that are the bedrock of our open society.