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Global Women's Support: Development and Economic Equality

This bill aims to permanently establish the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative. This means the U.S. government will actively support equal opportunities and economic development for women worldwide, potentially improving living conditions and women's rights in many countries. The initiative will focus on increasing women's access to education, entrepreneurship, and labor markets, as well as removing legal economic barriers.
Key points
Establishment of a permanent office within the U.S. Department of State to advise on women's and girls' equality in foreign policy.
Supporting women in securing employment through improved access to vocational education and skills training.
Promoting women's entrepreneurship by facilitating access to capital, financial services, and mentorship.
Removing legal and practical barriers that limit women's full participation in the economy, such as unequal access to courts, credit, or property.
Prohibition of using funds to lobby for or promote abortion in other countries, with exceptions for treating injuries or illnesses caused by abortion.
Allocating $200 million annually for these activities from 2022 to 2026, with a requirement for regular reporting on expenditures and progress.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2878
Sponsor: Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]
Process start date: 2021-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2878.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a permanent office within the U.S. Department of State to advise on women's and girls' equality in foreign policy.
  • Supporting women in securing employment through improved access to vocational education and skills training.
  • Promoting women's entrepreneurship by facilitating access to capital, financial services, and mentorship.
  • Removing legal and practical barriers that limit women's full participation in the economy, such as unequal access to courts, credit, or property.
  • Prohibition of using funds to lobby for or promote abortion in other countries, with exceptions for treating injuries or illnesses caused by abortion.
  • Allocating $200 million annually for these activities from 2022 to 2026, with a requirement for regular reporting on expenditures and progress.
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 Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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