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Combating International Islamophobia Act
3/12/2024, 1:59 PM
Summary of Bill S 1916
Bill 118 s 1916, also known as the Combating International Islamophobia Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing and combating the rise of Islamophobia on an international level. The bill seeks to promote religious tolerance and understanding, as well as to prevent discrimination and violence against individuals of the Muslim faith.
The Combating International Islamophobia Act includes provisions for the establishment of a special envoy within the Department of State who will be responsible for monitoring and combating Islamophobia around the world. This envoy will work with foreign governments, international organizations, and civil society groups to address instances of discrimination and violence against Muslims.
Additionally, the bill calls for the development of a comprehensive strategy to combat Islamophobia, which will include efforts to promote religious freedom, tolerance, and diversity. The strategy will also focus on promoting education and awareness about Islam and combating negative stereotypes and misinformation. Overall, the Combating International Islamophobia Act aims to promote peace, understanding, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs. It seeks to address the growing issue of Islamophobia on a global scale and work towards creating a more inclusive and tolerant society.
The Combating International Islamophobia Act includes provisions for the establishment of a special envoy within the Department of State who will be responsible for monitoring and combating Islamophobia around the world. This envoy will work with foreign governments, international organizations, and civil society groups to address instances of discrimination and violence against Muslims.
Additionally, the bill calls for the development of a comprehensive strategy to combat Islamophobia, which will include efforts to promote religious freedom, tolerance, and diversity. The strategy will also focus on promoting education and awareness about Islam and combating negative stereotypes and misinformation. Overall, the Combating International Islamophobia Act aims to promote peace, understanding, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs. It seeks to address the growing issue of Islamophobia on a global scale and work towards creating a more inclusive and tolerant society.
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Current Status of Bill S 1916
Bill S 1916 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2023. Bill S 1916 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 8, 2023. Bill S 1916's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of June 8, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1916
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1916
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1916
Combating International Islamophobia Act
Combating International Islamophobia Act
A bill to establish in the Department of State the Office to Monitor and Combat Islamophobia, and for other purposes.
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