IGO Anti-Boycott Act

IGO Anti-Boycott Act

This bill expands an existing anti-boycott law to include certain boycotts imposed by international governmental organizations (IGOs).

Current law prohibits various actions by U.S. persons (individuals or entities) in relation to boycotts imposed by foreign governments on a country which is friendly to the United States and that is not itself the object of a U.S. boycott. This bill applies those prohibitions to similar boycotts imposed by IGOs.

Prohibited actions include (1) refusing to do business with companies organized under the laws of the boycotted country, if the refusal is pursuant to an agreement with or request from the country or IGO imposing the boycott; (2) refusing to employ any U.S. person on the basis of race, religion, sex or national origin; and (3) furnishing information about whether someone is associated with charitable or fraternal organizations that support the boycotted country.

The bill also requires the President to annually submit to Congress and make available to the public a report describing these boycotts and listing the foreign countries and international organizations involved in fostering or imposing them.

Bill 118 hr 3016, also known as the IGO Anti-Boycott Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to prohibit US persons from participating in boycotts fostered by international governmental organizations against Israel. The bill aims to protect Israel from economic harm and discrimination by preventing US individuals and companies from supporting boycotts against the country.

If passed, the IGO Anti-Boycott Act would make it illegal for US persons to comply with or support boycotts imposed by international governmental organizations against Israel. Violators of this law could face fines and other penalties. The bill also includes provisions for reporting and enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance.

Supporters of the IGO Anti-Boycott Act argue that it is necessary to protect Israel from unfair treatment and discrimination. They believe that boycotts against Israel are harmful and unjust, and that the US should take a stand against them. Critics of the bill, however, argue that it infringes on free speech rights and could have a chilling effect on political activism. Overall, the IGO Anti-Boycott Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to address the issue of boycotts against Israel. It has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public, with strong opinions on both sides of the issue.