The measure, which passed the Senate unanimously in December, now heads to President Donald Trump for consideration. A White House spokesperson declined to comment on whether the president will sign the bill. It was introduced in the House by Rep. Laurel Lee (R-Fla.).

“The Holocaust was one of the darkest chapters in human history, marked not only by the murder of millions of Jews but also by the systematic theft of their homes, livelihoods, and cultural heritage,” said Lee in a statement posted to her congressional website.

“For many families, the fight to recover artwork stolen during the Holocaust has continued for generations. The HEAR Act of 2025 ensures these claims are evaluated on their merits—not dismissed because of technical legal barriers. This legislation reaffirms our nation’s commitment to justice, accountability, and historical truth,” she added.

“The thousands of missing pieces of art looted from Jewish families by Hitler’s regime during the Holocaust are a painful reminder of a time when cruelty and hatred reigned,” added Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas). “This legislation renews our commitment to Holocaust survivors and their families by ensuring cases are heard on their merit, offering a path to restitution and assurance that such injustices are never forgotten.”