Bills · HR 1939
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1939International Affairs
U.S. Engagement in Sudanese Peace Act
INTRO MAR 6· LAST ACTION MAR 6
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it would compel the U.S. government to take stronger, more direct action against those fueling the violence and suffering in Sudan. Unlike current policies that might offer more flexibility, this bill *requires* specific actions, including identifying and sanctioning perpetrators of atrocities and those hindering humanitarian relief.
If this bill becomes law, the U.S. would officially prioritize accountability for human rights violations and unobstructed humanitarian access in Sudan, backed by financial penalties. If it does not pass, the U.S. approach to Sudan might remain less stringent or coordinated, potentially allowing those committing abuses to continue without direct U.S. financial consequences, which could negatively affect peace efforts and humanitarian relief.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the President to submit reports identifying those who have committed international crimes (like genocide, war crimes) or systematically blocked humanitarian aid in Sudan since April 2023.
This creates a formal process for the U.S. government to document and expose individuals and groups responsible for severe human rights abuses and preventing aid.
PROVISION 02
Mandates the President to impose at least six specific sanctions, including blocking property, on each foreign person identified in the reports on international crimes and blocking humanitarian aid.
This ensures that concrete financial and economic penalties are applied to individuals and groups responsible for the most egregious violations and for hindering life-saving assistance.
PROVISION 03
Requires the President to submit reports identifying foreign entities violating the United Nations arms embargo on Darfur.
This provision aims to curb the illegal flow of weapons that contribute to the ongoing conflict and instability in the Darfur region.
PROVISION 04
Outlines the official U.S. policy for Sudan, emphasizing support for an inclusive diplomatic peace process, justice for human rights abuses, and unrestricted delivery of humanitarian aid.
This sets clear objectives and a comprehensive framework for U.S. diplomatic and assistance efforts in Sudan, focusing on civilian protection and a transition to democracy.
PROVISION 05
Expresses the "Sense of Congress" that the leadership of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), and potentially their adult family members, should be sanctioned.
This signals a strong congressional desire for specific targeting of the top military commanders and their networks, holding them accountable for their actions in the conflict.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 32
D· New York
YRS IN OFFICE
29
BILLS LED
44
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 32 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 6
Introduced in House
MAR 6
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1939
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 6, 2025
Last actionMar 6, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 6, 2025
House BillHR 1939International Affairs
U.S. Engagement in Sudanese Peace Act
INTRODUCED MAR 6, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 6, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
21 min
COSPONSORS
32
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
