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H.R. 867: IGO Anti-Boycott Act

This bill, known as the IGO Anti-Boycott Act, proposes to amend the existing Anti-Boycott Act of 2018 to extend its provisions to include international governmental organizations (IGOs). Here is a breakdown of what this amendment entails:

Key Amendments

The proposed changes will affect key sections of the Anti-Boycott Act as follows:

Inclusion of International Governmental Organizations: The amendments will introduce the phrase "or international governmental organization" in applicable sections to indicate that the provisions regarding boycotts will now also be applicable to IGOs, not just foreign countries.
Reporting Requirements: The bill mandates that the President must submit an annual report to Congress and make it public. This report must include:

A list of foreign countries and international organizations that engage in or impose boycotts.
A description of the nature of these boycotts.

Objective of the Bill

The primary aim of the IGO Anti-Boycott Act is to strengthen the United States' stance against boycotts that may be encouraged or imposed by international governmental organizations. This would allow for increased scrutiny and heightened awareness of such practices, ensuring that they are documented and reported to Congress.

Impact and Enforcement

The bill does not detail specific enforcement mechanisms but emphasizes the need for awareness and accountability regarding boycotts instituted by IGOs. By extending the provisions to these organizations, the bill aims to deter any actions that could adversely affect U.S. interests through organized boycotts.