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Removing Restrictions on Foreign NGOs Receiving U.S. Global Health Aid.

This bill ensures that foreign health organizations receiving US aid are not penalized for providing medical services, including counseling and referrals, using their own non-US funds, provided these services are legal locally. This change aims to broaden the pool of eligible partners for US global health funding, potentially increasing access to comprehensive healthcare worldwide. Rules for advocacy and lobbying using non-US funds will be standardized for both foreign and US organizations.
Key points
Foreign NGOs can use their own funds for health services, including counseling, without losing US government assistance.
Rules for advocacy and lobbying activities using non-US funds will be the same for foreign and US non-governmental organizations receiving aid.
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Additional Information
Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act
Print number: S 1098
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2023-03-30