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Global Respect Act: Sanctions for LGBTI Human Rights Violations

This Act aims to protect the rights of LGBTI individuals worldwide by imposing sanctions on those responsible for human rights violations. While not directly affecting US citizens, it strengthens US foreign policy on human rights. It establishes a list of individuals who will be denied entry to the US.
Key points
Creation of a list of foreign persons responsible for human rights violations against LGBTI individuals.
Persons on the list will be ineligible for US visas and admission, and their current visas will be revoked.
Requirement for the State Department to report on actions taken under the Act and coordination with other countries.
Tracking and reporting on violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in annual human rights reports.
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Print number: 117_S_2277
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2021-06-24