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Consideration of Bills: Human Rights, Sexual Harassment, Engineering Biology

This document outlines the rules for considering three important bills in the House of Representatives. These bills concern sanctions for human rights violations against LGBTQI individuals, changes to arbitration rules for sexual harassment disputes, and support for engineering biology research. Citizens should be aware that these bills could impact international human rights policy, protections against harassment, and the nation's scientific and technological advancement.
Key points
Bill H.R. 3485: Potential sanctions against foreign persons violating LGBTQI human rights, which could affect international relations.
Bill H.R. 4445: Changes to how sexual assault and harassment disputes are handled, potentially impacting victims' rights and legal procedures.
Bill H.R. 4521: Support for engineering biology research, which could lead to new technologies and innovations in medicine or agriculture.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-02-02
52%
For 219
Against 203
Abstain 0
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Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_900
Sponsor: Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]
Process start date: 2022-02-02
Voting date: 2022-02-02
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3485) to impose sanctions on foreign persons responsible for violations of internationally recognized human rights against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) individuals, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4445) to amend title 9 of the United States Code with respect to arbitration of disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4521) to provide for a coordinated Federal research initiative to ensure continued United States leadership in engineering biology; and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_900.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Bill H.R. 3485: Potential sanctions against foreign persons violating LGBTQI human rights, which could affect international relations.
  • Bill H.R. 4445: Changes to how sexual assault and harassment disputes are handled, potentially impacting victims' rights and legal procedures.
  • Bill H.R. 4521: Support for engineering biology research, which could lead to new technologies and innovations in medicine or agriculture.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 203 (Roll no. 17). (text: CR H348-349)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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