A bill to promote international exchanges on best election practices, to cultivate more secure democratic institutions around the world, and for other purposes.
1/14/2025, 7:00 PMSummary of Bill S 5609
Bill 118 s 5609, also known as the "Promoting International Democracy Act," aims to enhance global democratic practices by facilitating exchanges of information and best practices related to elections. The bill seeks to strengthen democratic institutions worldwide and promote secure and fair electoral processes.The key provisions of the bill include establishing a program to facilitate international exchanges on best election practices. This program would allow for the sharing of knowledge and expertise between countries to improve the integrity and security of elections. Additionally, the bill aims to support efforts to cultivate democratic values and institutions in countries where they may be lacking.
The bill also includes provisions for promoting transparency and accountability in electoral processes, as well as measures to combat election interference and disinformation. By promoting international cooperation and collaboration on election-related issues, the bill seeks to bolster democratic norms and principles on a global scale. Overall, Bill 118 s 5609 represents a bipartisan effort to promote democracy and strengthen electoral systems around the world. By fostering international exchanges and cooperation, the bill aims to support the development of more secure and resilient democratic institutions.
Current Status of Bill S 5609
Bill S 5609 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 19, 2024. Bill S 5609 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 19, 2024. Bill S 5609's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of December 19, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5609
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