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Combating Islamophobia: New Office and International Reports

This act establishes a new office within the U.S. Department of State to monitor and combat acts of Islamophobia abroad. Its purpose is to better understand and respond to violence and discrimination against Muslim communities worldwide, which may indirectly affect the perception and safety of U.S. citizens traveling or residing abroad.
Key points
Establishment of a Special Envoy for Monitoring and Combating Islamophobia within the U.S. Department of State.
Inclusion of information on acts of Islamophobia in annual U.S. reports on human rights and international religious freedom.
Monitoring of violence, harassment, vandalism against Muslims and their institutions, as well as hate propaganda in foreign media.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_805
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2025-02-27