What does Preamble of RSF Terrorist Designation Act do?

This bill directs the Secretary of State to conduct a comprehensive review. The review will assess whether to designate the Rapid Support Forces of Sudan as a specially designated global terrorist organization.

What does SHORT TITLE. of RSF Terrorist Designation Act do?

This bill is formally titled the RSF Terrorist Designation Act.

What does REVIEW OF THE RAPID SUPPORT FORCES AS A SPECIALLY DESIGNATED of RSF Terrorist Designation Act do?

This section directs the Secretary of State and Secretary of Treasury to jointly review whether the Rapid Support Forces of Sudan meet the criteria for designation as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist Organization. The review must be completed within 90 days of the Act's enactment, and the results and a determination regarding designation must be submitted to congressional committees within 90 days. If the Secretaries determine the Rapid Support Forces of Sudan meet the criteria, the President must impose sanctions, including asset blocking and restrictions on visas and entry into the United States. Exceptions to these sanctions exist for compliance with international obligations, humanitarian assistance, intelligence, law enforcement, and national security activities. The Secretary of State has the authority to waive sanctions if deemed important to U.S. national security interests, with notification to congressional committees.

What does REPORT ON DESIGNATION. of RSF Terrorist Designation Act do?

This section requires the Secretary of State to submit a report to congressional committees regarding the Rapid Support Forces of Sudan. The report must include an assessment of whether the Secretary of State will support designating the Rapid Support Forces as a specially designated global terrorist organization and the reasoning behind that decision. The report must detail countries and entities providing material support to the Rapid Support Forces, including the type and approximate value of that support. The report must assess the Rapid Support Forces' ability to operate without external support. The report must explain the implications for U.S. security and foreign assistance if the Rapid Support Forces were designated as a specially designated global terrorist organization. The report is to be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.

What does DEFINITIONS. of RSF Terrorist Designation Act do?

This section defines key terms used within the legislation. The terms 'admitted' and 'alien' are defined according to section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). 'Appropriate congressional committees' refers to the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate. A 'foreign person' is defined as an individual or entity not considered a 'United States person'. A 'United States person' includes United States citizens, permanent resident aliens, entities organized under U.S. laws, and individuals present in the United States.

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RSF Terrorist Designation Act

Last updated: 4/15/2026 · Introduced: 4/15/2026

Author: Jonathan Jackson (D-IL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates a review by the Secretaries of State and Treasury to determine if the Rapid Support Forces of Sudan should be designated as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist Organization.
If the Rapid Support Forces are determined to meet the criteria, the President must impose sanctions, including asset blocking and travel restrictions, with limited exceptions for humanitarian and national security purposes.
The Secretary of State must submit a report to Congress assessing the designation of the Rapid Support Forces, detailing material support received and implications for U.S. security and foreign assistance.

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