No taxpayer funding for United Nations Human Rights Council Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-08T05:53:21Z

Explore the details of House Bill 400 No taxpayer funding for United Nations Human Rights Council Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2025, 5:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 400

Bill 119 HR 400, also known as the "Prohibit Contributions to the United Nations Human Rights Council Act," aims to prevent the United States from providing financial support to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The bill states that the UNHRC has a history of bias against Israel and other democratic nations, and therefore should not receive funding from the US government.

The bill prohibits any contributions, both voluntary and assessed, to the UNHRC. It also requires the US to withhold funding from any UN agency that recognizes Palestine as a member state. Additionally, the bill mandates that the US government must report to Congress on any actions taken to enforce these provisions.

Supporters of the bill argue that the UNHRC has a track record of unfairly targeting Israel and other democratic nations, and that US taxpayer dollars should not be used to support such biased actions. They believe that withholding funding will send a strong message to the UNHRC and other international organizations that the US will not tolerate discrimination against its allies. Opponents of the bill argue that withdrawing funding from the UNHRC could undermine US influence in international human rights efforts and weaken the ability to address global human rights abuses. They also argue that the bill could harm diplomatic relations with other countries that support the UNHRC. Overall, Bill 119 HR 400 seeks to prevent the US from financially supporting the UNHRC due to concerns about bias and unfair treatment of certain nations. The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers and human rights advocates about the best approach to promoting human rights on the international stage.

Congressional Summary of HR 400

No taxpayer funding for United Nations Human Rights Council Act

This bill requires the Department of State to withhold from the U.S. contribution to the United Nations (U.N.) the amount that would be allocated to the U.N. Human Rights Council. Such withheld funds must be rescinded and must not be considered arrears to be repaid to any U.N. entity.

The bill also prohibits the State Department from making voluntary contributions to the U.N. Human Rights Council.

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Current Status of Bill HR 400

Bill HR 400 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 14, 2025. Bill HR 400 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 14, 2025. Bill HR 400's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 14, 2025

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To prohibit contributions to the United Nations Human Rights Council, and for other purposes.To prohibit contributions to the United Nations Human Rights Council, and for other purposes.

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