H.R.6056

International Human Rights Defense Act of 2025

Introduced·11/17/25

Establishes a Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples within the Department of State.

The International Human Rights Defense Act of 2025 establishes a Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples within the Department of State. The Special Envoy will serve as the principal advisor to the Secretary of State on the human rights of LGBTQI+ people internationally. The Envoy will develop a global strategy to prevent and respond to criminalization, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQI+ people. This strategy will be updated bi-annually and include recommendations for promising practices and improvements.

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Nov 17, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Nov 17, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.