Combating Global Corruption Act of 2023

HR 457, the Combating Global Corruption Act of 2023, requires the U.S. Secretary of State to annually rank all foreign countries into three tiers based on their efforts to combat corruption. Tier 1 countries meet minimum standards for anti-corruption laws and enforcement; Tier 2 countries are making efforts but fall short; Tier 3 countries show minimal or no effort. The bill mandates that Tier 3 countries be reviewed for potential sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act, and requires U.S. embassies in Tier 2/3 countries to designate anti-corruption contacts to coordinate U.S. anti-corruption efforts. It directly affects foreign governments by subjecting them to public ranking and potential sanctions, and targets corrupt actors through enhanced sanctions review.