OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
International Freedom Protection Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3854.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2024-02-29.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Imposing sanctions and visa bans on foreign officials involved in significant corruption or gross violations of human rights.
- Enhanced protection and support for US citizens and activists abroad targeted by foreign government surveillance or harassment (transnational repression).
- Restricting financial and military assistance to governments that seize power through military coups, with exceptions for humanitarian and democracy aid.
- Establishing rewards for information leading to the recovery of assets stolen through foreign government corruption (kleptocracy).
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 375.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.