AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jun 8, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The bill reauthorizes the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom, an independent federal commission.
- The commission monitors international religious freedom conditions.
- The commission reviews U.S. government policy on religious freedom.
- The commission makes policy recommendations.
- Reauthorization extends through fiscal year 2028.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The commission's authority and operations continue through FY2028; reauthorization is required to prevent lapse.
- The official summary does not specify changes to the commission's powers, budget, or responsibilities beyond continuation.
- No documented effects on specific policies, enforcement actions, or resource levels are provided in the summary.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Committee on Foreign Relations reported the bill with an amendment in the nature of a substitute on July 27, 2026.
- The bill was placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders as Calendar No. 505 on July 27, 2026.
- The bill was introduced in the Senate on March 4, 2026.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jul 27, 2026 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 505.
- Jul 27, 2026 — Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
- Jul 27, 2026 — Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
- Jun 17, 2026 — Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
- Mar 4, 2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Mar 4, 2026 — Introduced in Senate