Original Resolution Calling on the United States Government to Help Bring Peace to Sudan

Bill Number

H.Res. 970

Origin Chamber

House

Congress

119th Congress, Session 1

Policy Area

International Affairs

Status

Introduced

Latest Action

2025-12-19: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Last Updated

2026-01-06T21:51:47Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This House Resolution (H. Res. 970) urges the United States government to increase its involvement in promoting peace in Sudan amid an ongoing civil war. It highlights the humanitarian crisis and calls for accountability from international partners to stop external military support fueling the conflict.

Key Provisions

• Background Context (Whereas Clauses):
• Cites severe impacts since the 2023 civil war, including at least 40,000 deaths, 12 million displacements, and 47 million facing acute hunger, per United Nations reports.
• Notes atrocities by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group that broke from the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), particularly in al-Fashir.
• Points to worsened conditions due to cuts in U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) humanitarian aid.
• References a "Quad" agreement (involving the U.S., Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates or UAE) that condemns external military support as prolonging the conflict and contributing to regional instability.
• Highlights a May report by Amnesty International identifying Chinese-made weapons (GB50A guided bombs and 155mm AH-4 howitzers) in Darfur, with the UAE as the confirmed importer.
• Mentions Executive Order (E.O.) 14098 (issued May 4, 2023), which allows the U.S. Secretary of State to sanction foreign entities undermining Sudan's stability and democratic transition.

• Core Resolution:
• Calls on all U.S. government branches (executive, legislative, judicial) to ensure Quad member states, especially the UAE, fulfill commitments to end external military support to Sudan's conflict parties.

The resolution is titled the "Original Resolution Calling on the United States Government to Help Bring Peace to Sudan" and was introduced on December 19, 2025, by Mr. Green of Texas, referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This is a non-binding resolution, so it introduces no legal changes or amendments to existing laws. It references but does not alter E.O. 14098 or other policies, instead urging their enforcement and broader diplomatic action.

Potential Impacts

• On Government Agencies: May pressure the State Department and USAID to prioritize Sudan in foreign aid and sanctions, potentially leading to increased humanitarian funding or diplomatic efforts despite prior cuts.
• On Citizens: Could indirectly benefit Sudanese civilians by advocating for reduced violence and more aid, addressing hunger and displacement; U.S. taxpayers might see shifts in foreign assistance budgets.
• On International Relations: Strengthens U.S. calls for accountability from allies like the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, possibly straining ties if sanctions are pursued; supports regional stability by targeting arms flows, but risks escalating tensions with China (as a weapons supplier).

Main Stakeholders Affected

• U.S. Government: All branches, particularly the Department of State (for sanctions and diplomacy) and USAID (for aid restoration).
• Sudanese Parties: RSF and SAF, as the resolution seeks to curb external support prolonging their conflict.
• International Actors: Quad countries (UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia) held accountable for arms and support; China (implied as arms source); organizations like the UN and Amnesty International, whose reports underpin the resolution.
• Sudanese Civilians: Primary beneficiaries through potential peace and aid improvements.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

• Legal: Reinforces existing tools like E.O. 14098 without creating new ones; emphasizes sanctions on foreign actors but remains advisory, not enforceable.
• Constitutional: As a House resolution, it reflects Congress's role in foreign policy oversight (per Article I) but lacks binding force, serving more as a statement of intent to influence the executive branch.
• Political: Signals bipartisan or committee-level concern for Sudan, potentially galvanizing future legislation or executive actions; highlights U.S. commitment to human rights and countering foreign interference, amid broader debates on Middle East policy and aid priorities.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]

Recent Actions

• 2025-12-19: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
• 2025-12-19: Submitted in House
• 2025-12-19: Submitted in House

Bill Versions

• Original Resolution Calling on the United States Government to Help Bring Peace to Sudan — issued 2025-12-19 — PDF (2 pages)