What is the current status of HR 959?

HR 959 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 959?

HR 959 was sponsored by Ilhan Omar (D), Rep.

Combating Islamophobia Bill

IntroducedFebruary 4, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

International Affairs

Why This Matters

This bill establishes an office to track and combat Islamophobia, aiming to improve global awareness and response to discrimination against Muslims. It seeks to ensure that acts of Islamophobia are documented and addressed by governments worldwide.

If you care about human rights, this bill aims to protect Muslims from discrimination and violence globally.

Who this affects

Muslim communities · Individuals facing discrimination · Individuals facing violence

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill creates an office in the State Department to monitor Islamophobia worldwide.
2The office will report on acts of violence and discrimination against Muslims in other countries.
3It will also assess how governments respond to Islamophobia and related violence.
4A special envoy will lead the office and consult with various organizations.
5The bill aims to raise awareness and address issues of Islamophobia globally.

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Combating Islamophobia Bill

IntroducedFebruary 4, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

International Affairs

Why This Matters

If you care about human rights, this bill aims to protect Muslims from discrimination and violence globally.

Who this affects

Muslim communities · Individuals facing discrimination · Individuals facing violence

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill creates an office in the State Department to monitor Islamophobia worldwide.
2The office will report on acts of violence and discrimination against Muslims in other countries.
3It will also assess how governments respond to Islamophobia and related violence.
4A special envoy will lead the office and consult with various organizations.
5The bill aims to raise awareness and address issues of Islamophobia globally.

Read full document

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly