U.S. Engagement in Sudanese Peace Act

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and Oversight and Accountability, 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 118 hr 10268, also known as the Sudan Conflict Sanctions Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of imposing sanctions on individuals and entities involved in the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The bill seeks to hold accountable those responsible for human rights abuses, violence, and destabilization in the region.

Specifically, the bill calls for the imposition of targeted sanctions, such as asset freezes and travel bans, on individuals and entities that are found to be contributing to the conflict in Sudan. These sanctions are intended to deter further violence and promote peace and stability in the region.

In addition to sanctions, the bill also includes provisions for the United States to work with international partners and organizations to address the root causes of the conflict in Sudan and support efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution. This may include providing humanitarian assistance, supporting peace negotiations, and promoting good governance and human rights. Overall, the Sudan Conflict Sanctions Act aims to use targeted sanctions as a tool to pressure those responsible for the conflict in Sudan to change their behavior and work towards a peaceful resolution. By holding individuals and entities accountable for their actions, the bill seeks to promote stability and security in the region.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 10268

Introduced on
2024-12-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and Oversight and Accountability, 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 118 hr 10268, also known as the Sudan Conflict Sanctions Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of imposing sanctions on individuals and entities involved in the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The bill seeks to hold accountable those responsible for human rights abuses, violence, and destabilization in the region.

Specifically, the bill calls for the imposition of targeted sanctions, such as asset freezes and travel bans, on individuals and entities that are found to be contributing to the conflict in Sudan. These sanctions are intended to deter further violence and promote peace and stability in the region.

In addition to sanctions, the bill also includes provisions for the United States to work with international partners and organizations to address the root causes of the conflict in Sudan and support efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution. This may include providing humanitarian assistance, supporting peace negotiations, and promoting good governance and human rights. Overall, the Sudan Conflict Sanctions Act aims to use targeted sanctions as a tool to pressure those responsible for the conflict in Sudan to change their behavior and work towards a peaceful resolution. By holding individuals and entities accountable for their actions, the bill seeks to promote stability and security in the region.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the imposition of sanctions with respect to conflict in Sudan, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action12/3/2024
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and Oversight and Accountability, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such ...