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Promoting Global Migration Agreement: Protecting Migrant Rights

This act aims to encourage the United States to actively support a global migration agreement. Its purpose is to better protect the rights of migrants, including particularly vulnerable groups, and to provide support to countries hosting large numbers of migrating individuals. Citizens can expect the U.S. to pursue a more regulated and humane approach to global migration issues.
Key points
Supporting a global agreement to address root causes of migration and protect migrant rights, including their right to health.
Special focus on protecting women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, racial, ethnic, and religious minorities, and indigenous peoples.
Establishing financial support mechanisms for countries and localities bearing a disproportionate burden of forced migration.
Expanding migrant definitions to include vulnerable groups currently unprotected by international law.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4717
Sponsor: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Process start date: 2021-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Global Migration Agreement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4717.

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 2021-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Supporting a global agreement to address root causes of migration and protect migrant rights, including their right to health.
  • Special focus on protecting women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, racial, ethnic, and religious minorities, and indigenous peoples.
  • Establishing financial support mechanisms for countries and localities bearing a disproportionate burden of forced migration.
  • Expanding migrant definitions to include vulnerable groups currently unprotected by international law.
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: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5].

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.

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Migration