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- H.R.2947
H.R.2947: International Women's Freedom Act of 2013
About This Bill
- Introduced Aug. 1, 2013
- Latest Major Action Sept. 13, 2013
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
International Women's Freedom Act of 2013 - Establishes within the Department of State an Office of International Women's Rights to be headed by an Ambassador at Large for International Women's Rights. Directs the Secretary of State to establish a women's rights Internet site and maintain prisoner lists and issue briefs on women's rights concerns. Amends the Foreign Service Act of 1980 to include instruction on the internationally recognized...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 13, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.
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| Aug. 16, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
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| Aug. 1, 2013 |
Referred to House Judiciary
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| Aug. 1, 2013 |
Referred to House Financial Services
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| Aug. 1, 2013 |
Referred to House Foreign Affairs
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| Aug. 1, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Carolyn B. Maloney (D-N.Y.) |