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United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2025
4/14/2026, 3:50 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1744
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1744
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1744
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
19Democrat Cosponsors
12Republican Cosponsors
7Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1744
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1744
Comments
Aniyah Sutton
2 months 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.
Maeve Abrams
2 months 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.
