Bill · S. 4278· Senate(119-S-4278)
PEACE Act
- Introduced
- 4/13/2026
- Last activity
- 4/13/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Mark Kelly
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The PEACE Act seeks to prohibit the expenditure of Federal funds for the Board of Peace unless Congress specifically authorizes it. The bill notes that while the President designated this entity as a public international organization, it lacks the necessary treaty or congressional authorization required for such a designation. To ensure oversight, the Act requires federal agencies to report on previously obligated funds and demands a strategy from the President on how these funds will advance sustainable peace. Additionally, the Secretary of State must report on the Board of Peace's progress regarding Gaza. Finally, the bill prevents the extension of any privileges, exemptions, or immunities to the entity or its staff.
Yes
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6
The bill mandates reports from federal agencies and the Secretary of State regarding the use of funds and progress in Gaza.
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+5
The bill prohibits the expenditure of federal funds for the Board of Peace without specific congressional authorization.
The opposite
Does this send more money or help to other countries?-5
The bill prevents the unilateral expenditure of federal funds for the Board of Peace, which could restrict international assistance.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Accountability and Oversight: The bill requires federal agencies to report on funds already obligated to the Board of Peace (Section 5) and requires the President to submit a detailed strategy for how those funds are used to advance sustainable peace (Section 5).
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Transparency in Foreign Policy: The Secretary of State must provide a report on the Board of Peace's activities and effectiveness regarding Gaza, including an assessment of measurable progress and its impact on United States national security interests (Section 6).
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Ensuring Lawful Use of Funds: The bill reinforces the principle that the expenditure of Federal funds for international organizations should be subject to statutory oversight and explicit congressional authorization (Section 2 and Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restriction of International Organization Status: The bill prohibits the extension of any privileges, exemptions, or immunities to the Board of Peace or its representatives, regardless of existing law (Section 8).
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Limitation of Financial Support: The Act prevents any future appropriation or availability of Federal funds for the Board of Peace unless a specific Act of Congress is passed (Section 7).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+6
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Foreign Aid-5
- 4/13/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Introduced in Senate