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Mandatory Reporting on Foreign Repression of US Citizens and Residents.

This law mandates the US government to produce annual public reports detailing cases of transnational repression—harassment, intimidation, or threats—against US persons by foreign governments. The goal is to protect the First Amendment rights of individuals, particularly those in diaspora communities, who are targeted on US soil, often through threats to their family members abroad. The reports will outline the scope of the problem and the US response, including sanctions and protective measures for victims.
Key points
Requires the Attorney General to submit annual public reports detailing instances of foreign governments harassing or intimidating US citizens and residents (transnational repression).
Reports must assess the involvement of specific foreign governments (including India, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and China) and detail US government responses, such as diplomatic actions and sanctions.
Enhances transparency and potential protection for individuals in the US whose freedom of speech is threatened by foreign state actions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9707
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-28]
Process start date: 2024-09-19