International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:02 PMSummary of Bill HR 5847
Bill 118 hr 5847, also known as the International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023, aims to address the rights and well-being of children with disabilities around the world. The bill focuses on promoting and protecting the rights of these children, ensuring they have access to education, healthcare, and other essential services.Key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a framework for the United States to work with international organizations and foreign governments to promote the rights of children with disabilities. 2. Providing funding for programs that support the inclusion of children with disabilities in education and healthcare systems. 3. Requiring the State Department to include information on the rights of children with disabilities in its annual human rights reports. 4. Promoting research and data collection on the status of children with disabilities globally. Overall, the International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 seeks to improve the lives of children with disabilities worldwide by advocating for their rights and ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive.
Congressional Summary of HR 5847
International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023
This bill establishes the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program in the Department of State.
Through the program, the State Department may provide grants to assist organizations of persons with disabilities and family members of children with disabilities in communicating about and advocating for policies that ensure the family inclusion and transition to independent living of children with disabilities.
The bill also authorizes the State Department to fund certain nongovernmental organizations to build the capacity to advance policies such as (1) creating rights protection programs for people with disabilities, and (2) promoting the development of advocacy skills and leadership abilities of people with disabilities.
