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CREED Act of 2015

4/7/2025, 2:55 PM

Summary of Bill S 966

The CREED Act of 2015, also known as Bill 114 s 966, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to religious discrimination and persecution around the world.

The bill aims to establish a special envoy within the State Department who will be responsible for monitoring and combating religious discrimination and persecution. This envoy will work to promote religious freedom and tolerance in countries where individuals are being targeted for their beliefs.

Additionally, the CREED Act of 2015 seeks to increase transparency and accountability in US foreign policy by requiring the State Department to report annually on religious freedom violations and the actions taken to address them. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to protect the rights of individuals to practice their religion freely and without fear of persecution. It is an important step towards promoting religious tolerance and human rights on a global scale.

Current Status of Bill S 966

Bill S 966 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 15, 2015. Bill S 966 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on April 15, 2015.  Bill S 966's most recent activity was By Senator Vitter from Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship filed written report. Report No. 114-266. as of May 26, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 966

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 966

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

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