International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023

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Explore the details of House Bill 1833 International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/31/2024, 4:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1833

Bill 118 hr 1833, also known as the International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting and protecting human rights around the world. The bill seeks to establish a new office within the Department of State, called the Office of International Human Rights Defense, which would be responsible for coordinating efforts to promote and defend human rights globally.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the authorization of funding for programs that support human rights defenders and organizations working to advance human rights in countries where they are under threat. The bill also calls for the imposition of sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for human rights abuses, including visa bans and asset freezes.

Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance the United States' ability to respond to human rights violations by requiring the State Department to report annually on the state of human rights around the world and to develop a strategy for promoting human rights in US foreign policy. Overall, the International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the United States' commitment to promoting and defending human rights globally, and to hold accountable those who violate these fundamental rights.

Congressional Summary of HR 1833

International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023

This bill establishes in the Department of State a permanent Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex) Peoples who shall serve as the principal State Department advisor regarding human rights for LGBTQI+ people and represent the United States in diplomatic matters relevant to the human rights of LGBTQI+ people.

The special envoy shall periodically provide Congress with a U.S. global strategy to prevent and respond to criminalization, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQI+ people. The State Department and the U.S. Agency for International Development may provide assistance to prevent and respond to such activities against LGBTQI+ people.

The bill also requires that specified annual country reports on human rights practices include information on criminalization, discrimination, and violence based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1833

Bill HR 1833 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since March 28, 2023. Bill HR 1833 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 28, 2023. Bill HR 1833's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1662) as of March 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1833

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Total Number of Cosponsors

342

Democrat Cosponsors

342

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1833

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1833

International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023To establish in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor of the Department of State a Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples, and for other purposes.

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