Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
International Affairs
Why This Matters
This bill sets United States policy to protect people from foreign governments that intimidate or harm individuals beyond their borders. It requires federal agencies to develop strategies, training, and resources to counter these actions.
Who this affects
Targeted individuals · US government agencies · Non-governmental organizations
What changes is this bill making?
1Establishes US policy to protect people in and outside the US from intimidation and harm by foreign governments.
2Requires the Secretary of State to submit, within 270 days, an interagency strategy report on awareness, accountability, and collaboration against transnational repression.
3Directs the strategy to cover diplomatic efforts, funding for civil society groups, and updates to US law on surveillance tactics and foreign agent registration.
4Mandates training for State Department staff and domestic officials, including employees from DHS (Department of Homeland Security), DOJ (Department of Justice), and FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation), on repression tactics and technology.
5Instructs DHS and DOJ to publish a guide on federal resources for targeted individuals, conduct community outreach, train congressional staff, and assess misuse of data and spyware.
6Authorizes funding for strategy development, training, outreach, and research activities in fiscal year 2026.
