OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Protect Women's and Girls’ Rights in Afghanistan Act of 2021
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3850.
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 2021-06-11.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The U.S. will monitor the situation of women and girls in Afghanistan, regularly reporting on their access to education, jobs, and healthcare.
- U.S. financial aid to the Afghan government may be withheld if minimum standards of women's rights, such as access to education or freedom of movement, are not met.
- The United States will seek to hold accountable individuals who violate the basic rights of women in Afghanistan, including for domestic violence and murder.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Expired.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-8].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.