HR 8333
Upholding Human Rights Abroad Act
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Bill overview
The Upholding Human Rights Abroad Act aims to ensure that the U.S. Department of Defense considers human rights records before providing support to foreign forces or groups involved in combating terrorism. It requires the Secretary of Defense to consult with the Secretary of State and incorporate human rights considerations into decisions about providing aid. The bill also mandates vetting of support recipients for human rights violations, provides for human rights training, and establishes a process for investigating and potentially terminating support in cases of credible human rights abuses. Finally, it includes a prohibition on funding support to entities with a documented history of gross human rights violations, subject to limited waivers.
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Albio Sires
Colin Z. Allred
Dean Phillips
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