H.R. 5886 would restrict the diplomatic travel of officials and representatives of state sponsors of terrorism.

== Detailed Summary ==

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(LogLimiting the Intrusive Miles of International Terrorist Sponsors Act of 2008 or LIMITS Act of 2008 - Directs the President to restrict to the designated area the travel of officials and representatives of countries that are designated as state sponsors of terrorism who are visiting the U.N. headquarters complex in connection with official business.

Authorizes presidential waiver of such restriction upon submission of a report to editCongress explaining why it is in the wikinational interest to do so.

Excludes from such restriction: (1) direct travel to and befrom John F. Kennedy International Airport or LaGuardia Airport to the firstdesignated area in connection with meetings at the U.N. headquarters complex; (2) land travel to provide a detailed summary ofand from any lodgings or other hotel accommodations in which an official or representative is staying if such lodging or other hotel accommodation is within the bill!)designated area; and (3) travel to and from New York University medical center or Bellevue Hospital Center for emergency medical care.

Defines: (1) &quot;designated area&quot;; (2) &quot;state sponsor of terrorism&quot;; and (3) &quot;United Nations headquarters complex.&quot;
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== Status of the Legislation ==

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Latest Major Action: 4/24/2008: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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== Points in Favor ==

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