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EMPOWER Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 8575 · House Bill · 119th Congress

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Stage
In committee
Started in
House
Sponsor
1
Latest action
Apr 29, 2026

What it does

The EMPOWER Act would direct the Department of State to expand public-private partnerships and establish a dedicated unit to advance women's economic security in South and Central Asia.

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Apr 29, 2026

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Apr 29, 2026

  3. Floor (Not started)

  4. Law (Not started)

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Who is involved

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Where it goes next

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