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International Affairs.

Foreign aid, sanctions, treaties, and America’s relationships abroad. We're tracking 57 bills in this area — 57 still in play.

H.R. 10095Introduced12% oddsAug 13, 2026
Foreign Service Workers Get Per Diem During Required Leave

Amends the 1980 Foreign Service Act to make diplomats and foreign service staff eligible for per diem (daily allowance) while on required leave.

H.R. 5334Resolving Differences78% oddsAug 10, 2026
Pre-K Teachers Get Tax Deduction Expansion

Expands current $300 annual tax deduction to include early childhood educators (pre-K teachers) alongside existing K-12 coverage.

H.R. 10076Introduced18% oddsAug 10, 2026
New Russia and Iran Sanctions Bill

Imposes new economic sanctions against Russia and Iran, though specific penalties aren't yet public.

S. 5369Introduced8% oddsAug 7, 2026
Electoral Fairness and Opposition Rights Act

Bill details unavailable — official summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.

S. 5357Introduced12% oddsAug 6, 2026
TABOO Act Details Unknown

Bill title suggests restrictions on something international, but official summary not yet published by Congress.

S.J.Res. 211Introduced18% oddsAug 6, 2026
Require Congressional Vote on Iran Military Action

Requires Congress to explicitly authorize any U.S. military hostilities against Iran before they can legally occur.

S.Res. 829Introduced35% oddsAug 4, 2026
U.S. Backs Free Elections in Venezuela

Senate resolution affirms U.S. policy supporting democratic transition in Venezuela through free and fair elections.

S. 4009Passed Committee42% oddsJul 27, 2026
Protect Falun Gong Members From Organ Harvesting

Addresses forced organ harvesting targeting Falun Gong practitioners and other religious/political prisoners.

S. 3984Passed Committee68% oddsJul 27, 2026
Congress extends religious freedom watchdog through 2028

Reauthorizes the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom, an independent federal agency that monitors how other countries treat religious minorities.

S. 4392Passed Committee62% oddsJul 27, 2026
U.S. Strengthens Energy Partnerships Abroad

Creates formal agreements between the U.S. and allied nations on energy security and cooperation.

S. 4723Passed Committee38% oddsJul 27, 2026
Target organized crime networks linked to China

Bill addresses organized crime activities allegedly connected to the People's Republic of China, though specific enforcement mechanisms are not yet detailed.

S. 4577Passed Committee35% oddsJul 27, 2026
Congress to Review U.S.-Tanzania Relations

Bill directs a formal reassessment of the bilateral relationship between the United States and Tanzania.

S. 4709Passed Committee62% oddsJul 27, 2026
Expand U.S.-Australia-UK Defense Cooperation

Likely loosens restrictions on sharing military technology and intelligence among the U.S., Australia, and United Kingdom.

S. 4726Passed Committee42% oddsJul 27, 2026
U.S. pushes diplomatic resolution to Sudan conflict

Bill authorizes U.S. diplomatic efforts to broker peace between warring Sudanese factions.

S. 2578Passed Committee48% oddsJul 27, 2026
U.S. pushes Brazil to strengthen Amazon law enforcement

Bill conditions U.S. support or aid to Brazil on enforcing existing environmental laws in the Amazon rainforest.

S. 4708Passed Committee62% oddsJul 27, 2026
U.S. pushes Arctic diplomacy and security strategy

Establishes coordinated Arctic policy covering security, diplomacy, and international relations in the region.

S. 3050Passed Committee38% oddsJul 27, 2026
PAID OFF Act targets international debt issues

Bill addresses unspecified international affairs related to debt repayment or financial obligations abroad.

S. 3018Passed Committee62% oddsJul 27, 2026
Allow Taiwan officials to display their flag in U.S.

Permits visiting Taiwanese dignitaries and military service members to display the Republic of China flag at events in the United States.

H.Res. 1464Introduced15% oddsJul 27, 2026
Honor Gordie Howe Bridge opening, U.S.-Canada ties

Bill celebrates the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.

S. 4600Passed Committee62% oddsJul 27, 2026
U.S. Strategy for South China Sea Defined

Establishes formal congressional policy toward South China Sea disputes, likely addressing U.S. naval presence and regional partnerships.

S. 1542Passed Committee38% oddsJul 27, 2026
Senate Bill Addresses Uyghur Policy

Bill focuses on U.S. policy toward Uyghurs, likely involving human rights, trade, or diplomatic measures — exact provisions unavailable pending full summary publication.

S. 4259Passed Committee48% oddsJul 27, 2026
Strengthen U.S.-Taiwan Air Relations

Detailed analysis pending — official CRS summary not yet published.

H.Res. 1451Introduced68% oddsJul 23, 2026
Charleston hosts 2027 European security summit

Congress designates Charleston, South Carolina as the U.S. host city for the 2027 annual meeting of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly.

H.Res. 1447Introduced72% oddsJul 22, 2026
U.S. reaffirms partnership with Fiji

Honors 55 years of U.S.-Fiji cooperation on Pacific stability, prosperity, and peace.

S. 5063Introduced12% oddsJul 22, 2026
FIRST Act

Detailed analysis pending — bill introduced July 22, 2026, but Congressional Research Service summary not yet published.

S. 5025Introduced32% oddsJul 16, 2026
Bill Imposes Sweeping Sanctions on Russia

Freezes assets and blocks visas for Russian leaders, military commanders, and anyone supplying Russia's defense industry.

H.R. 8595Passed House62% oddsJul 15, 2026
Congress funds State Dept, diplomacy, and aid for 2027

Appropriates fiscal 2027 funding for State Department operations, embassies, and international organizations.

H.R. 8168Passed House72% oddsJul 14, 2026
Congress Gets Terror Threat Report on Allied Nations

DHS must assess which terrorist groups operate in 19 major non-NATO ally countries (Israel, Egypt, Pakistan, Philippines, etc.) and Taiwan.

S.Res. 797Introduced15% oddsJun 24, 2026
Congress Requests State Dept. Report on Israel's Lebanon Human Rights Record

Requests State Department documentation of Israel's human rights practices in Lebanon since late February 2026.

S.Res. 791Introduced18% oddsJun 24, 2026
Senate Condemns China's Ethnic Unity Law

Resolution expresses Senate disapproval of China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Law.

H.Res. 1379Introduced35% oddsJun 23, 2026
Resolution condemns Hezbollah ceasefire violations

Formally condemns Hezbollah for repeatedly breaking ceasefire agreements with Israel.

S. 4873Introduced15% oddsJun 23, 2026
Reshape Foreign Aid to Prioritize Human Flourishing

Bill reframes U.S. international assistance priorities, though specific programs and budget amounts aren't yet public.

H.R. 9405Introduced12% oddsJun 23, 2026
Establish Esther Coopersmith Award

Creates a named award, likely recognizing achievement in international affairs or diplomacy.

S. 4853Introduced12% oddsJun 22, 2026
Expand U.S.-Israel Agricultural Cooperation

Bill title signals intent to deepen agricultural partnerships between U.S. and Israel through improved cooperation and expanded programs.

S.Res. 778Introduced68% oddsJun 18, 2026
Honor Cambodian Veterans of Vietnam War Era

Symbolic resolution recognizing Cambodian Khmer National Armed Forces veterans who fought alongside U.S. forces in early 1970s.

S. 4814Introduced15% oddsJun 17, 2026
Grant Haiti Temporary Protected Status

Requires the Department of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), a legal category allowing nationals of designated countries to live and work in the U.S. temporarily.

S. 4443Passed Committee35% oddsJun 17, 2026
U.S. Strategy for Eastern Mediterranean Region

Detailed policy framework not yet available—bill title suggests focus on U.S. engagement and interests in Eastern Mediterranean countries and waters.

S. 4809Introduced12% oddsJun 17, 2026
Bill to Support Democratic Change in Venezuela

Detailed analysis pending — official summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.

S. 4790Introduced12% oddsJun 16, 2026
Create Award Honoring Esther Coopersmith

Establishes a named award, likely recognizing contributions to international diplomacy or foreign service.

H.Res. 1366Introduced72% oddsJun 11, 2026
U.S. honors Taiwan's 30 years of democracy

Commemorates Taiwan's first direct presidential election on March 23, 1996.

H.Res. 1356Introduced32% oddsJun 10, 2026
Congress honors Day of Portugal and Portuguese culture

Recognizes Day of Portugal, Camões, and Portuguese Communities—an annual celebration of Portuguese heritage named after 16th-century poet Luís Vaz de Camões.

S.Res. 763Introduced32% oddsJun 9, 2026
Senate Recognizes Arctic Region's Strategic Value

Declares Arctic region strategically important to U.S. national interests and security.

H.R. 8665Passed House68% oddsJun 9, 2026
U.S. Arms Sales Through Allied Partners

State Department must develop a strategy for selling U.S. military equipment through a lead allied country to other qualifying nations.

S.Res. 760Introduced72% oddsJun 8, 2026
U.S. honors 80 years of ties with Philippines

Recognizes 80 years of U.S.-Philippines diplomatic relations and 75 years of their mutual defense treaty.

H.Res. 1339Introduced42% oddsJun 3, 2026
Support U.S.-Israel Defense Ties and Condemn Antisemitism

Expresses House support for transitioning U.S.-Israel relationship toward mutual defense cooperation and joint economic investment.

H.R. 9042Introduced12% oddsMay 26, 2026
Blue Skies for Taiwan Act of 2026

Bill title suggests aviation or airspace policy related to Taiwan, but detailed summary not yet published.

H.Res. 1272Introduced72% oddsMay 11, 2026
U.S. honors 200 years of Peru diplomatic ties

This resolution marks two centuries of formal diplomatic relations between the United States and Peru.

H.Res. 1269Introduced45% oddsMay 7, 2026
Congress recognizes Cinco de Mayo's historical significance

This resolution honors Mexico's historic struggle for independence and freedom commemorated by Cinco de Mayo.

H.R. 8648Introduced12% oddsMay 4, 2026
FORGE Act (details pending)

Bill introduced in House; official summary not yet published by Congress.

S.Res. 707Introduced12% oddsApr 30, 2026
U.S. pushes back on China's Latin America influence

Resolution expresses concern about China's growing economic and security presence in Latin America and the Caribbean.

S. 4379Introduced15% oddsApr 22, 2026
U.S. pressures Russia on religious freedom

Bill targets Russia's restrictions on religious practice and persecution of faith communities.

H.R. 1689Passed House42% oddsApr 21, 2026
Designate Haiti for Temporary Protected Status

Requires DHS to grant temporary protected status (TPS) to Haitian nationals for 18 months starting August 3, 2025.

H.R. 7674Passed Committee58% oddsMar 26, 2026
U.S. Sets Venezuela Democratic Transition Strategy

House bill establishes a coordinated U.S. strategy toward democratic change in Venezuela. Detailed policy approach not yet publicly available in full text.

H.R. 4233Passed House62% oddsSep 3, 2025
Speed up defense exports to Australia, UK, Canada

Removes congressional notification requirements for defense exports to Australia, UK, and Canada under the existing AUKUS defense partnership.

H.R. 4215Passed House62% oddsSep 3, 2025
Speed Up Defense Export Approval Decisions

State Department must set deadlines for reviewing weapons export applications: 45 days for priority countries, 60 days for others.

H.R. 4767Introduced15% oddsJul 25, 2025
Expand student exchanges between US and community colleges abroad

Creates or expands educational exchange programs between U.S. community colleges and international partner institutions.

H.R. 1841Introduced18% oddsMar 4, 2025
Pursue diplomatic solutions for Korean Peninsula

Bill title suggests focus on peace negotiations or diplomatic engagement related to North and South Korea.

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