22 USC 262k-2 - Female genital mutilation

U.S Code last checked for updates: Apr 10, 2026

§ 262k–2.

Female genital mutilation

(a)

Limitation

(1)

has, as a cultural custom, a known history of the practice of female genital mutilation; and

(2)

has not taken steps to implement educational programs designed to prevent the practice of female genital mutilation.

(b)

“International financial institution” defined

(Pub. L. 104–208, div. A, title I, § 101(c) [title V, § 579], Sept. 30, 1996, 110 Stat. 3009–121, 3009–170.)

cite as: 22 USC 262k-2