Search Results: keywords:"foreign aid"

  • H. R. 1619 — To prohibit assistance, including assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, to foreign governments that abridge the right to free speech that would be speech protected by the Constitution of the United States, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:812

    H.R. 1619, known as the “No Funds for Fascists Act,” aims to stop financial aid from the United States to foreign governments that restrict free speech that would be protected by the U.S. Constitution. The bill states that funds under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 cannot...

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    H.R. 1619 is about stopping the U.S. from giving money to other countries if those countries don't let their people speak freely, just like people can in America. But, the President can make an exception if it's really important for keeping the country safe.

  • H. R. 6586 — An Act To require a strategy to oppose financial or material support by foreign countries to the Taliban, and for other purposes.
    Status:Engrossed in House
    Words:1,235

    H.R. 6586 directs the U.S. Secretary of State to develop a strategy to discourage foreign countries from financially or materially supporting the Taliban in ways that conflict with U.S. law or policy. The Secretary must report on this strategy and its effectiveness annually. The bill also...

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    The bill wants the U.S. to make a plan to stop other countries from helping the Taliban with money or stuff that goes against U.S. rules, and it also wants to make sure the Taliban doesn't get hold of money meant for helping people in Afghanistan.

  • S. 1216 — To support Taiwan's international space, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,497

    S. 1216 aims to strengthen Taiwan's position in international affairs and support its diplomatic relationships. It proposes creating a Taiwan Allies Fund to provide $40 million annually from 2026 to 2028 to countries that maintain or strengthen ties with Taiwan and face...

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    S. 1216 wants to help Taiwan by giving money to countries that stay friends with Taiwan, especially if they are being bothered by China. It plans to share $40 million each year from 2026 to 2028 to support good causes in those countries.

  • H. R. 1196 — To prohibit the use of Federal funds to eliminate the United States Agency for International Development.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:563

    H. R. 1196 aims to prevent the use of any Federal funds to dismantle or eliminate the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The bill emphasizes that any changes to USAID should follow existing laws, ensure U.S. influence globally, and require an act of...

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    H. R. 1196 is a proposed rule that says the government can't use its money to shut down a group called USAID, which helps people in other countries. It also says this rule will check every year to make sure the government is following it.

  • S. 491 — To establish the position of Director of Foreign Assistance in the Department of State, and for other purposes
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,193

    S. 491 aims to establish a new position called the Director of Foreign Assistance within the United States Department of State. This Director will be responsible for coordinating and optimizing how foreign aid is planned and used, making sure it aligns with U.S. foreign...

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    S. 491 is about creating a new job called the Director of Foreign Assistance to help manage and use the money America gives to other countries better, making sure it helps with big U.S. plans. This person needs to be approved by important people in the Senate, and they have some rules to follow about time and money.

  • H. R. 8358 — To support Taiwan’s international space, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,511

    H.R. 8358, known as the "Taiwan Allies Fund Act," aims to support Taiwan's international presence by providing financial aid to countries that maintain or strengthen relations with Taiwan. The bill authorizes $40 million annually from 2025 to 2027 to help these countries...

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    H.R. 8358 is a bill that plans to help Taiwan make more friends around the world by giving money to countries that choose to support Taiwan instead of China. It wants to spend money wisely with Taiwan and make sure everyone knows where the money goes and how it's used.

  • S. 1054 — To abolish the United States African Development Foundation.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:406

    S. 1054 is a bill introduced in the United States Senate to dismantle the United States African Development Foundation. The proposal includes abolishing the Foundation established under the African Development Foundation Act and transferring its functions and responsibilities...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to close the United States African Development Foundation, which helps support projects in Africa, and move its duties to the Secretary of State. But it doesn't explain how everything will continue smoothly, which could cause some issues and confusion in helping Africa.