H.R.9405

Esther Coopersmith Award Act

Introduced·6/23/26

Establishes the Esther Coopersmith Award to recognize diplomats advancing women's roles in peace and security.

The Esther Coopersmith Award Act establishes an annual award at the Department of State to honor distinguished diplomats who advance sustainable peace and security. Recipients must be civil or foreign service members who have contributed to preventing, mitigating, or resolving conflict, violence, or instability. The award recognizes actions such as integrating women's perspectives into conflict prevention and encouraging women's participation in peace processes.

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Foreign Affairs Committee
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History

Jun 23

House

Introduced in House

Jun 23

House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.