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International Freedom Protection Act
5/24/2024, 1:43 PM
Summary of Bill S 3854
Bill 118 s 3854, also known as the International Freedom Protection Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote and protect international religious freedom and human rights.
The bill includes provisions that would require the President to take action against foreign individuals or entities that are responsible for severe violations of religious freedom. This could include imposing sanctions such as asset freezes or travel bans.
Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a Special Envoy for the Promotion of International Religious Freedom within the Department of State. This envoy would be responsible for monitoring and reporting on religious freedom issues around the world, as well as coordinating efforts to promote religious freedom in US foreign policy. The International Freedom Protection Act also includes measures to support civil society organizations that are working to promote religious freedom and human rights in other countries. This could involve providing funding or technical assistance to these organizations. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 3854 is to make the promotion and protection of international religious freedom a priority in US foreign policy. By holding accountable those who violate religious freedom and supporting those who work to promote it, this bill aims to make a positive impact on human rights around the world.
The bill includes provisions that would require the President to take action against foreign individuals or entities that are responsible for severe violations of religious freedom. This could include imposing sanctions such as asset freezes or travel bans.
Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a Special Envoy for the Promotion of International Religious Freedom within the Department of State. This envoy would be responsible for monitoring and reporting on religious freedom issues around the world, as well as coordinating efforts to promote religious freedom in US foreign policy. The International Freedom Protection Act also includes measures to support civil society organizations that are working to promote religious freedom and human rights in other countries. This could involve providing funding or technical assistance to these organizations. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 3854 is to make the promotion and protection of international religious freedom a priority in US foreign policy. By holding accountable those who violate religious freedom and supporting those who work to promote it, this bill aims to make a positive impact on human rights around the world.
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Current Status of Bill S 3854
Bill S 3854 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 29, 2024. Bill S 3854 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 29, 2024. Bill S 3854's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 375. as of May 7, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3854
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3854
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3854
International Freedom Protection Act
International Freedom Protection Act
International Freedom Protection Act
A bill to combat transnational repression abroad, to strengthen tools to combat authoritarianism, corruption, and kleptocracy, to invest in democracy research and development, and for other purposes.
A bill to combat transnational repression abroad, to strengthen tools to combat authoritarianism, corruption, and kleptocracy, to invest in democracy research and development, and for other purposes.
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