United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2024

Sep 30, 2024
Sep 30, 2024

Summary

Keeps the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom running by providing money and permission for it to operate through the year 2026.

What problem does this solve?

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom was set to stop working and run out of money in 2024. This law gives the commission the funding and legal permission it needs to continue its work until 2026.

Who does this affect?

  • U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom
  • U.S. foreign policy officials
  • International human rights organizations

What does this law do?

Extends the commission's operation
Allows the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom to continue its work until September 30, 2026.
Authorizes funding for 2025 and 2026
Provides the money needed for the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom to operate for the fiscal years 2025 and 2026.

What is the real world impact?

Continues monitoring of global religious freedom
Ensures the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom can continue its mission to watch for violations of religious freedom around the world. Without this law, the commission would have to shut down.

When does this start?

This law extends the commission's authority to operate until September 30, 2026.