S. 1141 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Women, Peace, and Security Act of 2017
S. 1141 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on May 16, 2017, sponsored by Jeanne Shaheen with 4 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 16, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 115-68
What it does
Women, Peace, and Security Act of 2017 (Sec. 3) This bill expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the United States should be a global leader in promoting the participation of women in conflict prevention, management, and resolution and post-conflict relief and recovery efforts; (2) the political participation and leadership of women in fragile environments, particularly during democratic transitions, is critical to sustaini…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 16, 2017
- Passed the SenateAug 3, 2017
- Passed the HouseSep 25, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentSep 28, 2017
- Became lawOct 6, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Oct 6, 2017)
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- H.R. 535: Taiwan Travel Act
- H.R. 3445: AGOA and MCA Modernization Act
- S. 447: Justice for Uncompensated Survivors Today (JUST) Act of 2017
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- S. 2779: Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Amendment Act of 2018
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- S. 2269: Global Food Security Reauthorization Act of 2017
Committees
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