Sanctions Bill for Sudan Recently Passed Out of House Committee
The House Foreign Affairs Committee endorsed a bill that would impose sanctions against individuals and entities "who actively undermine civilian-led democracy and human rights in Sudan," according to co-sponsor Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif. The bipartisan bill, also co-sponsored by Rep.…
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Dean Phillips, D-Minn., was passed out of committee on Dec. 9. Sudan had a coup in October, and there was violence against civilians who protested the coup. Kim said in a press release, “The United States is a beacon of hope and opportunity and should support our allies in their pursuit of liberty and democracy. That is why I’m proud to lead the Sudan Democracy Act to help take concrete steps to show support for the brave people of Sudan as they peacefully protest for democracy and hold those responsible for undermining Sudan’s civilian-led democratic transition accountable." Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., supports similar language in that chamber.