Bills · HRES 479
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 479International Affairs
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the urgent need to appoint a Special Envoy for Sudan to address the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis and to advance United States national security interests.
INTRO JUN 5· LAST ACTION JUN 5
READING
3MIN
COSPONSORS
9BIPARTISAN
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- Non-binding
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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Passed Senate
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it signals a strong level of concern from the U.S. House of Representatives regarding the ongoing humanitarian crisis and conflict in Sudan. While a resolution doesn't create law, it serves as a formal recommendation and can put pressure on the President to act.
If the President follows this recommendation, it could mean increased U.S. diplomatic leadership and resources dedicated to resolving the conflict, protecting human rights, and facilitating aid in Sudan. This could potentially help millions of people suffering from violence and displacement. If the President does not appoint an envoy or prioritize Sudan, U.S. engagement might remain at its current level, potentially leaving a significant diplomatic gap during a critical international crisis.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Urges the President to immediately appoint a Special Envoy for Sudan to lead U.S. diplomatic efforts.
This aims to create a dedicated, high-level diplomatic position focused solely on addressing the conflict and humanitarian crisis in Sudan.
PROVISION 02
Calls on the Department of State to elevate Sudan as a strategic priority and provide appropriate resources for peacebuilding and stabilization.
This seeks to ensure that the U.S. government dedicates more attention and financial support to the situation in Sudan.
PROVISION 03
Affirms the need for robust humanitarian assistance to the areas of greatest need in Sudan.
This highlights the severe humanitarian crisis and underscores the U.S. commitment to providing aid to vulnerable populations.
PROVISION 04
Encourages the administration to work with African leaders and support regional peace processes and international accountability mechanisms for atrocities.
This promotes a collaborative approach to peace and justice, ensuring that those responsible for war crimes are held accountable.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 9
R· New Jersey
YRS IN OFFICE
45
BILLS LED
61
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 3 REP 6 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 5
Submitted in House
JUN 5
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 479
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 5, 2025
Last actionJun 5, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 5, 2025
House Res.HRES 479International Affairs
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the urgent need to appoint a Special Envoy for Sudan to address the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis and to advance United States national security interests.
INTRODUCED JUN 5, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 5, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
9
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
