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S.424: International Human Rights Defense Act of 2021
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 24, 2021
- Latest Major Action Feb. 24, 2021
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
42 (41 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Feb. 24, 2021
Bill Summary
International Human Rights Defense Act of 2021 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. The special envoy shall...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Feb. 24, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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Feb. 24, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) |