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Oppose H.R. 867: Protect Free Speech & Uphold Civil Liberties
What's Happening:

Due to mounting pressure, Congress has removed H.R. 867, the “IGO Anti-Boycott Act,” from the House vote schedule. This controversial bill, which aimed to amend the 2018 Anti-Boycott Act, sought to extend its provisions to international governmental organizations (IGOs) like the United Nations.

It would have punished individuals, nonprofits, and businesses for honoring boycott calls—even when aligned with international human rights standards. The legislation threatened free speech and peaceful advocacy by imposing severe civil and criminal penalties, including fines up to $1 million and prison terms of up to 20 years, effectively equating nonviolent protest with criminal conduct.

Why This Matters:

  • Chills First Amendment Protections: H.R. 867 could criminalize and penalize Americans who choose to support peaceful boycotts of Israel or Israeli settlements, especially when aligned with global human rights efforts.
  • Targets Civil Society: The bill disproportionately impacts advocacy groups, faith-based organizations, and international solidarity campaigns working to address human rights abuses.
  • Expands Government Overreach: The bill would require the U.S. government to surveil and report on international boycotts, exerting pressure on global institutions and silencing dissent.

Take Action!

Tell Your Representative: Oppose H.R. 867

Although today’s vote has been pulled, this dangerous bill could return. Email your Representative and urge them to stand up for civil liberties—not punish peaceful advocacy.

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