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Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023
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Summary of Bill S 484
Bill 118 s 484, also known as the Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address and combat human rights abuses both domestically and internationally.
The bill includes provisions that aim to strengthen the United States' ability to hold individuals and entities accountable for human rights violations. This includes imposing sanctions on those responsible for such abuses, as well as providing support for victims and promoting human rights education and awareness.
Additionally, the Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023 seeks to enhance coordination and cooperation between the US government and international partners in addressing human rights issues. This includes working with other countries and organizations to investigate and prosecute individuals involved in human rights abuses, as well as providing assistance to countries in need of support in upholding human rights standards. Overall, this bill is designed to demonstrate the United States' commitment to promoting and protecting human rights both at home and abroad. It aims to hold perpetrators accountable, support victims, and work towards a world where human rights are respected and upheld by all.
The bill includes provisions that aim to strengthen the United States' ability to hold individuals and entities accountable for human rights violations. This includes imposing sanctions on those responsible for such abuses, as well as providing support for victims and promoting human rights education and awareness.
Additionally, the Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023 seeks to enhance coordination and cooperation between the US government and international partners in addressing human rights issues. This includes working with other countries and organizations to investigate and prosecute individuals involved in human rights abuses, as well as providing assistance to countries in need of support in upholding human rights standards. Overall, this bill is designed to demonstrate the United States' commitment to promoting and protecting human rights both at home and abroad. It aims to hold perpetrators accountable, support victims, and work towards a world where human rights are respected and upheld by all.
Congressional Summary of S 484
Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023
This bill requires the Department of Commerce to offer guidance on human rights issues to U.S. businesses, including businesses considering transactions with entities subject to the influence of countries where significant human rights abuses have occurred.
Such guidance must address issues such as (1) the human rights abuses perpetuated by China's government, (2) risk factors that may be used to identify entities subject to the influence of governments implicated in human rights abuses, and (3) ways to avoid doing business with such entities.
Commerce must also provide training related to human rights issues to Commerce employees who provide counseling services to businesses.
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Current Status of Bill S 484
Bill S 484 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since December 19, 2023. Bill S 484 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 16, 2023. Bill S 484's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of December 22, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 484
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 484
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- China
- Department of Commerce
- Employment and training programs
- Human rights
- U.S. and foreign investments
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 484
Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023
Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023
Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023
Combating Human Rights Abuses Act of 2023
A bill to require the Secretary of Commerce to provide training and guidance relating to human rights abuses, including such abuses perpetrated against the Uyghur population by the Government of the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 484
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