H.R. 1833 · 118th Congress · 2023–2024
International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023
H.R. 1833 in the 118th Congress (2023–2024) was introduced on Mar 28, 2023, sponsored by Robert Garcia with 205 co-sponsors.
During the 118th Congress (2023–2024), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 28, 2023
- Co-sponsors
- 205
- Policy area
- International Affairs
What it does
International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023 This bill establishes in the Department of State a permanent Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex) Peoples who shall serve as the principal State Department advisor regarding human rights for LGBTQI+ people and represent the United States in diplomatic matters relevant to the human rights of LGBTQI+ people.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Robert Garcia (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 205 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 28, 2023
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1662) (Mar 30, 2023)
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