Pakistan Democracy Act

4/10/2025, 8:06 AM
Congress
119

Number
HR - 2311

Introduced on
2025-03-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
Joe Wilson

Cosponsors
Raja Krishnamoorthi
Ro Khanna
Jimmy Panetta

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.
Bill 119 HR 2311, also known as the "Pakistan Human Rights Protection Act," aims to address the issue of political persecution and imprisonment in Pakistan. The bill authorizes the imposition of sanctions on foreign individuals who have knowingly engaged in the wrongful persecution and imprisonment of political opponents in Pakistan.

The sanctions outlined in the bill are intended to hold accountable those responsible for violating human rights and targeting political dissidents in Pakistan. By targeting specific individuals who have been involved in these actions, the bill seeks to deter future human rights abuses and promote accountability for those who engage in such behavior.

In addition to imposing sanctions, the bill also includes provisions for reporting on human rights abuses in Pakistan and promoting accountability for those responsible. By shining a light on these issues and taking concrete action against those who perpetrate human rights violations, the bill aims to protect the rights of political opponents in Pakistan and promote a more just and democratic society. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2311 represents a bipartisan effort to address human rights abuses in Pakistan and hold accountable those who engage in political persecution and imprisonment. By targeting specific individuals and promoting transparency and accountability, the bill seeks to protect the rights of political opponents and promote a more just and democratic society in Pakistan.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize the imposition of sanctions with respect to certain foreign persons who have knowingly engaged in the wrongful persecution and imprisonment of political opponents in Pakistan, and for other purposes.

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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...