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Proposal:Combating BDS Act of 2021

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 117th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.
Geographic Scope
National

Description

Combating BDS Act of 2021

This bill allows a state or local government to adopt measures to divest its assets from entities using boycotts, divestments, or sanctions to influence Israel's policies. Such measures shall meet various requirements, including those related to written notice and comment. It also bars lawsuits against investment companies based solely on a company's decision to divest from entities that use boycotts, divestments, or sanctions to influence Israel's policies.

Bill Title

Combating BDS Act of 2021

Linked Goals

Steps

  • 2021-06-17: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
  • 2021-06-17: Introduced in Senate

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.