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Transnational Repression Policy Act

USA119th CongressHR-4829| House 
| Updated: 8/1/2025
Christopher H. Smith

Christopher H. Smith

Republican Representative

New Jersey

Cosponsors (5)
Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)John R. Moolenaar (Republican)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)James P. McGovern (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee, Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The Transnational Repression Policy Act seeks to protect individuals within the United States and U.S. nationals abroad from intimidation, harassment, and harm by foreign governments or their agents. It defines " transnational repression " as tactics used by foreign entities to reach beyond their borders to silence or coerce individuals such as dissidents, activists, journalists, and diaspora members. The bill establishes a comprehensive policy to counter these actions, emphasizing human rights protection and international cooperation. A core component of the bill is the requirement for the Secretary of State to develop an interagency strategy within 270 days of enactment. This strategy will focus on increasing global awareness of transnational repression, holding perpetrating governments accountable, and fostering collaboration with allies. It also includes provisions for diplomatic initiatives, funding for civil society organizations supporting victims, and considering updates to U.S. law to address these tactics. Furthermore, the Act mandates extensive training for both Department of State personnel and U.S. officials responsible for domestic threats, covering perpetrator tactics, digital surveillance tools, and vulnerable communities. The Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice are directed to publish a toolkit of federal resources, conduct proactive outreach to targeted communities, and train congressional staff. These efforts aim to better equip federal agencies and communities to recognize, prevent, and respond to transnational repression.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3654
Transnational Repression Policy Act
Jul 29, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2525
Introduced in Senate
Aug 1, 2025
Introduced in House
Aug 1, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3654
    Transnational Repression Policy Act


  • July 29, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2525
    Introduced in Senate


  • August 1, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • August 1, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • S 119-2525: Transnational Repression Policy Act

Transnational Repression Policy Act

USA119th CongressHR-4829| House 
| Updated: 8/1/2025
The Transnational Repression Policy Act seeks to protect individuals within the United States and U.S. nationals abroad from intimidation, harassment, and harm by foreign governments or their agents. It defines " transnational repression " as tactics used by foreign entities to reach beyond their borders to silence or coerce individuals such as dissidents, activists, journalists, and diaspora members. The bill establishes a comprehensive policy to counter these actions, emphasizing human rights protection and international cooperation. A core component of the bill is the requirement for the Secretary of State to develop an interagency strategy within 270 days of enactment. This strategy will focus on increasing global awareness of transnational repression, holding perpetrating governments accountable, and fostering collaboration with allies. It also includes provisions for diplomatic initiatives, funding for civil society organizations supporting victims, and considering updates to U.S. law to address these tactics. Furthermore, the Act mandates extensive training for both Department of State personnel and U.S. officials responsible for domestic threats, covering perpetrator tactics, digital surveillance tools, and vulnerable communities. The Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice are directed to publish a toolkit of federal resources, conduct proactive outreach to targeted communities, and train congressional staff. These efforts aim to better equip federal agencies and communities to recognize, prevent, and respond to transnational repression.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3654
Transnational Repression Policy Act
Jul 29, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2525
Introduced in Senate
Aug 1, 2025
Introduced in House
Aug 1, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3654
    Transnational Repression Policy Act


  • July 29, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2525
    Introduced in Senate


  • August 1, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • August 1, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Christopher H. Smith

Christopher H. Smith

Republican Representative

New Jersey

Cosponsors (5)
Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)John R. Moolenaar (Republican)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)James P. McGovern (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee, Judiciary Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • S 119-2525: Transnational Repression Policy Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted