HR 5493
To prohibit the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service from awarding grants to entities that fund or support gross violations of internationally recognized human rights, and for other purposes.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to ensure that U.S. government grants from the Fish and Wildlife Service don't support organizations involved in serious human rights abuses. It requires the agency to verify that recipients won't fund entities credibly accused of gross violations of international human rights and to take action if such allegations arise. The bill also introduces safeguards for grants to countries considered high-risk for human rights issues, including requiring waivers and conducting audits.
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Primary sponsor
Rob Bishop
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Aumua Amata Coleman [R-AS-At Large] Radewagen
Cathy McMorris Rodgers
Chris Stewart
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