Bills · S 2293
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2293BahrainUnited Kingdom
Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025
INTRO JUL 15· LAST ACTION JUL 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters to voters because it would significantly change U.S. foreign policy and counter-terrorism efforts by formally designating the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization. If it becomes law, it would lead to a stricter stance against the organization globally, potentially impacting diplomatic relations with countries where the Muslim Brotherhood operates or holds political influence. It could also expand the scope of who is considered a target in U.S. counter-terrorism operations and create new legal avenues for prosecuting individuals and entities that support the group.
If the bill does not become law, the decision to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization would remain with the President, allowing for more flexibility based on changing geopolitical considerations. Without this bill, the U.S. government would not be legally obligated to impose the specific immigration restrictions or conduct the annual reporting on Muslim Brotherhood branches as outlined. This legislation highlights an ongoing debate about how the U.S. defines and combats terrorism, and whether specific organizations should be mandated for designation by Congress.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the President to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization.
This makes the designation mandatory, removing executive discretion and initiating a legal framework to prosecute those who support the group.
PROVISION 02
Amends the Anti-Terrorism Act of 1987 to include the Muslim Brotherhood in existing prohibitions against providing material support to terrorist organizations.
This integrates the Muslim Brotherhood into existing anti-terrorism laws, broadening the scope of prohibited activities and potential penalties.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that the Secretary of State impose sanctions, including visa ineligibility and revocations, for any foreign person identified as a Muslim Brotherhood member.
This directly restricts the ability of identified Muslim Brotherhood members to enter or remain in the United States.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Secretary of State to submit an annual report to Congress identifying all Muslim Brotherhood branches and assessing their activities.
This ensures ongoing congressional oversight and a public accounting of the organization's global network and its compliance with terrorism designation criteria.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 18%
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 15
Introduced in Senate
JUL 15
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2293
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 15, 2025
Last actionJul 15, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 15, 2025
Senate BillS 2293BahrainUnited Kingdom
Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUL 15, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 15, 2025
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READING
7 min
COSPONSORS
11
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