S.3426

International Human Rights Defense Act of 2025

Introduced·12/10/25

Establishes a Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ People within the Department of State to combat international discrimination and violence.

The International Human Rights Defense Act of 2025 aims to establish a Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ People within the Department of State. This envoy will be responsible for directing U.S. foreign policy efforts to prevent and respond to criminalization, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQI+ people internationally. The envoy will also represent the United States in diplomatic matters related to LGBTQI+ human rights and social inclusion. The bill mandates the development of a U.S.

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History

Dec 10, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.