To authorize an annual strategic dialogue to return democratic rule to Belarus, and for other purposes.
This bill authorizes the U.S. Secretary of State to establish an annual strategic dialogue with Belarus's democratic movement. It seeks to support free elections, assist Belarusians abroad with essential services, address regional security impacts from Belarus and Russia, impose sanctions on President Lukashenka's regime for human rights abuses and support for Russia's Ukraine invasion, and facilitate the release of political prisoners. The dialogue directly affects Belarus's democratic opposition, citizens inside and outside Belarus, and civil society groups working toward democratic reforms. Key provisions include funding cultural programs, restoring democratic institutions, and coordinating regional responses to political instability.
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Jul 2025
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Introduced Jul 29, 2025
Last action Jul 29, 2025
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Jul 29, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Jul 29, 2025
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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William R. Keating
DDemocratic
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Christopher H. Smith
RRepublican
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Joe Wilson
RRepublican
Co
Marcy Kaptur
DDemocratic
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