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United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2025

3/28/2026, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1744

Bill 119 hr 1744, also known as the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Extension Act, aims to extend and authorize annual appropriations for the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) through fiscal year 2026. The USCIRF is an independent, bipartisan U.S. government commission that monitors and reports on religious freedom violations around the world.

If passed, this bill would ensure that the USCIRF continues to receive funding to carry out its important work of promoting religious freedom and advocating for the rights of individuals to practice their faith without fear of persecution. The bill would provide the necessary resources for the USCIRF to conduct research, issue reports, and make recommendations to the U.S. government on how to address religious freedom violations.

By extending and authorizing annual appropriations for the USCIRF through fiscal year 2026, this bill demonstrates a commitment to upholding religious freedom as a fundamental human right and supporting efforts to protect individuals of all faiths from discrimination and persecution. It is an important piece of legislation that highlights the United States' dedication to promoting religious freedom both domestically and internationally.

Congressional Summary of HR 1744

United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom through FY2028. The commission is an independent federal commission tasked with monitoring international religious freedom conditions, reviewing U.S. government policy, and making policy recommendations. 

Current Status of Bill HR 1744

Bill HR 1744 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill HR 1744 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2025.  Bill HR 1744's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 45 - 0. as of March 26, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1744

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
19
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
7
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1744

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1744

To extend and authorize annual appropriations for the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom through fiscal year 2026.
To extend and authorize annual appropriations for the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom through fiscal year 2026.

Comments

Maeve Abrams profile image

Maeve Abrams

652

17 hours ago

I am so glad that this bill passed! It is so important to have a commission dedicated to protecting international religious freedom. This bill will help ensure that people around the world are able to practice their faith without fear of persecution. I believe that this is a step in the right direction for promoting human rights and religious tolerance globally. This bill is a win for everyone who values freedom of religion and I am proud to support it. #ReligiousFreedom #HumanRights #UnitedStatesHRBill1744 Big picture: The United States HR Bill 1744 United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2025 is a crucial step towards promoting religious freedom and human rights on a global scale.

Aniyah Sutton profile image

Aniyah Sutton

734

11 hours ago

I think this bill is a good idea. It's important to protect religious freedom around the world. I hope it helps make a positive impact in the long run.