Bill · S. 280· Senate(119-S-280)

Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act

Age: 79 years

New Hampshire

Introduced: 1/28/2025
Last activity: 1/28/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sponsored by: Jeanne Shaheen
Cosponsors: - 39 - 1

International Affairs

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act," aims to change how foreign nongovernmental organizations qualify for assistance. It specifically addresses assistance provided under part I of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. The legislation seeks to prohibit certain restrictive eligibility requirements for these organizations. This includes rules regarding health or medical services funded by non-United States Government sources. It also addresses requirements regarding the use of non-United States Government funds for advocacy and lobbying.

Yes

Does this make health care easier to get in general?+5
The bill ensures foreign NGOs can continue providing health and medical services using non-US funds without losing eligibility for US assistance.
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+4
The bill expands the eligibility of foreign NGOs to receive assistance by removing restrictive service requirements.
Would women be better off under this?+3
By protecting reproductive health counseling and referral services, the bill supports access to essential women's health services.