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Pakistan Democracy Act
4/18/2025, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2311
Bill 119 HR 2311, also known as the "Pakistan Human Rights Protection Act," aims to address the issue of political persecution and imprisonment in Pakistan. The bill authorizes the imposition of sanctions on foreign individuals who have knowingly engaged in the wrongful persecution and imprisonment of political opponents in Pakistan.
The sanctions outlined in the bill are intended to hold accountable those responsible for violating human rights and targeting political dissidents in Pakistan. By targeting specific individuals who have been involved in these actions, the bill seeks to deter future human rights abuses and promote accountability for those who engage in such behavior.
In addition to imposing sanctions, the bill also includes provisions for reporting on human rights abuses in Pakistan and promoting accountability for those responsible. By shining a light on these issues and taking concrete action against those who perpetrate human rights violations, the bill aims to protect the rights of political opponents in Pakistan and promote a more just and democratic society. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2311 represents a bipartisan effort to address human rights abuses in Pakistan and hold accountable those who engage in political persecution and imprisonment. By targeting specific individuals and promoting transparency and accountability, the bill seeks to protect the rights of political opponents and promote a more just and democratic society in Pakistan.
The sanctions outlined in the bill are intended to hold accountable those responsible for violating human rights and targeting political dissidents in Pakistan. By targeting specific individuals who have been involved in these actions, the bill seeks to deter future human rights abuses and promote accountability for those who engage in such behavior.
In addition to imposing sanctions, the bill also includes provisions for reporting on human rights abuses in Pakistan and promoting accountability for those responsible. By shining a light on these issues and taking concrete action against those who perpetrate human rights violations, the bill aims to protect the rights of political opponents in Pakistan and promote a more just and democratic society. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2311 represents a bipartisan effort to address human rights abuses in Pakistan and hold accountable those who engage in political persecution and imprisonment. By targeting specific individuals and promoting transparency and accountability, the bill seeks to protect the rights of political opponents and promote a more just and democratic society in Pakistan.
Current Status of Bill HR 2311
Bill HR 2311 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2025. Bill HR 2311 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2025. Bill HR 2311's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of March 24, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2311
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2311
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2311
To authorize the imposition of sanctions with respect to certain foreign persons who have knowingly engaged in the wrongful persecution and imprisonment of political opponents in Pakistan, and for other purposes.
To authorize the imposition of sanctions with respect to certain foreign persons who have knowingly engaged in the wrongful persecution and imprisonment of political opponents in Pakistan, and for other purposes.
Comments

Lillian Dorsey
1,147
1 year ago
I don't think this bill is good for us. It's just gonna cause more problems. I don't see how it's gonna help anyone. It's like they don't even care about us. They should focus on other things instead of wasting time on this. It's just gonna make things worse.

Zain Duffy
1,268
1 year ago
What's the impact on me?
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2311
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