Establish a congressional award to recognize individuals who promote international diplomacy and cross-cultural understanding.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Esther Coopersmith Award Act?
The Esther Coopersmith Award Act remains in the House Committee on Foreign Affairs as of June 23, 2026, and the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations as of June 15, 2026. Committee members must decide to hold a vote to move these bills forward. Most bills do not receive a committee vote and stall at this stage.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Esther Coopersmith Award Act (H.R. 9405 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Companion
Identical companion bill S. 4790 (119th) was introduced in the other chamber.
S. 4790 (119th) →Companion
Identical companion bill H.R. 9405 (119th) was introduced in the other chamber.
H.R. 9405 (119th) →
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Who’s behind it
Lois Frankel (D-FL)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.
