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Strengthening Global Protection for Human Rights and Democracy Defenders.

This law strengthens the US commitment to protecting individuals who defend human rights and democracy worldwide, especially those facing reprisals. It mandates the creation of a comprehensive government strategy to provide better diplomatic support and security for these individuals. The goal is to reinforce global stability and democratic values through enhanced US foreign policy efforts.
Key points
Requires the development of a new, government-wide "Global Voices of Freedom Strategy" to coordinate support and protection for human rights defenders abroad.
US embassies must designate specific points of contact for activists, track patterns of reprisals, and establish secure communication channels.
Annual US human rights reports must now include detailed information on the persecution of defenders and accountability measures taken against perpetrators.
Mandates dedicated training for US diplomats on how to effectively respond to threats and support activists facing repression.
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Print number: 118_S_962
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2023-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Global Voices of Freedom Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_962.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the development of a new, government-wide "Global Voices of Freedom Strategy" to coordinate support and protection for human rights defenders abroad.
  • US embassies must designate specific points of contact for activists, track patterns of reprisals, and establish secure communication channels.
  • Annual US human rights reports must now include detailed information on the persecution of defenders and accountability measures taken against perpetrators.
  • Mandates dedicated training for US diplomats on how to effectively respond to threats and support activists facing repression.
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. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ].

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 2025-12-27.

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