# Move the ICC Out of NYC Act of 2025

This bill would require the International Criminal Court (ICC) to relocate its operations out of New York City. Right now, the ICC maintains offices in Manhattan, and this legislation seeks to change that by pushing the organization to move its headquarters or primary operations elsewhere.

The practical effect would be removing a significant international institution from New York. The ICC is a permanent international court that investigates and prosecutes serious crimes like genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. It currently has a presence in New York where it conducts some of its work and maintains diplomatic operations. If this bill passes, the U.S. government would be taking steps to force or encourage the ICC to establish its main base of operations in another location, likely outside the United States entirely.

This move could affect New York City's role as a hub for international organizations and diplomacy. It would also reflect a policy shift regarding America's relationship with the ICC—a court that the U.S. has had a complicated relationship with over the years. Some supporters of such a move argue it protects American interests, while critics worry it could damage international cooperation on prosecuting major crimes. For everyday New Yorkers, the main impact would be the loss of jobs and economic activity associated with the ICC's presence in the city, though the broader significance relates to America's stance on international criminal justice.