Condemning woke foreign aid programs.

United States119th CongressHRES-199House of Representatives
Updated: Mar 6, 2025

Summary

This resolution expresses strong opposition to various foreign aid programs, which it characterizes as wasteful expenditures on frivolous or ideologically driven initiatives. It specifically cites numerous examples, including grants for gender-affirming healthcare, diversity and inclusion workplace programs, and cultural events like drag queen training or transgender fashion shows. The resolution urges the immediate suspension of similar discretionary grants pending a review of their alignment with core national interests and fiscal responsibility. To address these concerns, the resolution requests increased oversight , including a comprehensive audit by the Government Accountability Office of all Department of State and USAID grants awarded since 2021. It also demands greater transparency through mandated public disclosure of all grant applications, justifications, and outcomes on a searchable online database. Furthermore, the resolution recommends redirecting funds from such programs to domestic priorities, proposes a cap on annual spending for cultural exchange and advocacy grants, and insists on congressional approval for future grants exceeding $10,000. Finally, it expresses an intent to draft legislation prohibiting the use of federal funds for overseas programs promoting niche social agendas without clear U.S. national security or economic benefits.

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  1. Submitted in House

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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