Stop Imposing Woke Ideology Abroad Act
Stop Imposing Woke Ideology Abroad Act
Plain Language Summary
# Stop Imposing Woke Ideology Abroad Act (HR 93) — Summary **What the bill would do:** If passed, this bill would eliminate federal funding for two State Department positions and programs focused on racial equity and justice in international diplomacy. Specifically, it would cut funding for the Special Representative for Racial Equity and Justice position and defund the State Department's Equity Action Plan, which outlines strategies for addressing racial equity issues within the department's foreign affairs work. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects the State Department and its operations abroad.
More broadly, it could impact international diplomatic efforts related to combating systemic racism and discrimination globally, as well as efforts to address equity issues within the State Department itself. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House or Senate. The bill reflects ongoing political disagreement about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in federal government.
CRS Official Summary
Stop Imposing Woke Ideology Abroad ActThis bill prohibits using federal funds for the Department of State's Special Representative for Racial Equity and Justice. (The special representative's duties include leading the State Department's efforts to combat systemic racism and discrimination around the world.)The bill also prohibits using federal funds to implement the State Department's Equity Action Plan. (The plan outlines actions and metrics related to addressing issues of equity, including racial equity, in the State Department's foreign affairs mission.)
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.