Global Respect Act

1/30/2024, 8:15 AM
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
The Global Respect Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4422, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to promote and protect the rights of LGBTQ individuals around the world.

The Global Respect Act aims to hold foreign governments accountable for human rights violations against LGBTQ individuals by requiring the State Department to annually report on the status of LGBTQ rights in each country. This report would include information on any discriminatory laws or policies, acts of violence or discrimination, and efforts to promote LGBTQ rights.

Additionally, the bill would authorize the President to impose sanctions on foreign individuals or entities responsible for human rights abuses against LGBTQ individuals. These sanctions could include travel bans, asset freezes, and other measures to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions. Overall, the Global Respect Act seeks to advance LGBTQ rights on a global scale and ensure that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 4422
Introduced on
2023-06-30
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/30/2023
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
The Global Respect Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4422, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to promote and protect the rights of LGBTQ individuals around the world.

The Global Respect Act aims to hold foreign governments accountable for human rights violations against LGBTQ individuals by requiring the State Department to annually report on the status of LGBTQ rights in each country. This report would include information on any discriminatory laws or policies, acts of violence or discrimination, and efforts to promote LGBTQ rights.

Additionally, the bill would authorize the President to impose sanctions on foreign individuals or entities responsible for human rights abuses against LGBTQ individuals. These sanctions could include travel bans, asset freezes, and other measures to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions. Overall, the Global Respect Act seeks to advance LGBTQ rights on a global scale and ensure that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo impose sanctions on foreign persons responsible for violations of internationally recognized human rights against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) individuals, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
International Affairs
Potential Impact
Education

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Recent Activity

Latest Action6/30/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the commi...