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US Senate Supports International Women's Day Goals and Global Gender Equality.

This Senate Resolution strongly affirms the US commitment to advancing the rights and empowerment of women and girls globally, recognizing their essential role in achieving peace, stability, and economic growth. While it does not enact new domestic laws, it reinforces that gender equality is a core US foreign policy priority aimed at combating violence and discrimination worldwide. The resolution highlights the importance of women's participation in conflict prevention and peacebuilding efforts.
Key points
Affirms that promoting the rights and empowerment of women is a critical US foreign policy priority, consistent with the Women, Peace, and Security Act of 2017.
Recognizes that women's full participation in political and social life increases the likelihood of lasting peace, security, and economic growth globally.
Reaffirms the commitment to end global violence and discrimination against women, including addressing issues like child marriage and restrictions on rights (e.g., in Afghanistan).
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Print number: 118_SRES_99
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2023-03-08