What does Preamble of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'A bill to promote efforts to bring about stability and security in Sudan, and for other purposes.'

What does STATEMENT OF POLICY. of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section establishes the policy of the United States to advance and protect national security by disrupting criminal and malign actors contributing to instability. The policy aims to secure an end to the war in Sudan through diplomatic and economic tools. It seeks to counter foreign interference and support to parties involved in the Sudanese conflict, as well as destabilizing regional and domestic actors. The policy promotes stability and security in Sudan, addressing humanitarian suffering. It calls for holding perpetrators of war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide in Sudan accountable. The policy aims to protect the human rights of all Sudanese people. It supports a political transition in Sudan leading to a democratic, accountable, and peaceful civilian government.

What does DEFINITIONS. of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section defines terms used throughout the Act. The terms 'admission,' 'admitted,' and 'alien' are defined by reference to section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. 'Aid or abet' means intentionally assisting or encouraging a person to commit a crime. Appropriate congressional committees are defined as the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, except as provided in section 7. 'Atrocity' encompasses war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. 'Foreign person' refers to an individual or entity not considered a United States person. Genocide is defined by section 1091(a) of title 18, United States Code. International financial institutions include specific organizations like the International Monetary Fund and the African Development Bank, as well as multilateral institutions that could provide financial assistance to the Government of Sudan. 'Non-state armed group' refers to entities involved in the conflict in Sudan that are not part of a foreign government. 'Quad' refers to the diplomatic grouping of the United States, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. 'Quintet' refers to the diplomatic grouping of the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the League of Arab States, the European Union, and the United Nations. Torture is defined by section 2340(1) of title 18, United States Code. A 'United States person' includes U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and entities organized under U.S. laws. A 'war crime' is defined by section 2441(c) of title 18, United States Code, and includes sexual violence.

What does REPORT ON ACTIVITIES OF CERTAIN FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND GROUPS of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section requires the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Director of National Intelligence, to submit a semiannual report to congressional committees. The report must include a comprehensive analysis of the involvement of foreign governments and malign actors in the conflict and atrocities in Sudan. The analysis must cover arms transfers, combatant numbers, drone strikes, training of combatants (including child soldiers), intelligence support, efforts to evade sanctions, financial support, business interests, and violations of the UN arms embargo. The report also requires an analysis of the involvement of specific non-state armed groups in Sudan. A further analysis is required regarding private and commercial activity facilitating or benefitting from the war economy in Sudan. The report must determine if actions by foreign governments involve U.S. defense articles, violate U.S. agreements, or violate UN arms embargoes. The report is to be submitted in unclassified form, with a possible classified annex. Within 15 days of submission, the Secretary of State and Director of National Intelligence must provide a briefing to the appropriate congressional committees.

What does REPORT ON ATROCITIES AND GROSS VIOLATIONS OF INTERNATIONALLY of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section mandates the Secretary of State to submit a comprehensive report to congressional committees regarding human rights violations in Sudan. The report must be submitted within 90 days of the Act's enactment and semiannually thereafter. The report must detail atrocities and gross human rights violations committed by various entities, including the Sudanese Armed Forces, Rapid Support Forces, non-state armed groups, and the Government of Sudan. Specific violations to be included are recruitment of child soldiers, use of starvation and sexual violence, denial of humanitarian access, destruction of civilian infrastructure, and targeting of medical facilities. The report must also include information on sanctions imposed under the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991, and monitoring of chemical weapon use by the Sudanese government. The report is to be submitted in unclassified form, with the possibility of a classified annex.

What does STRATEGY. of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section directs the Secretary of State, in coordination with other agencies, to develop a comprehensive strategy to secure a ceasefire and durable political settlement in Sudan. The strategy must include plans to end the conflict, cripple the war economy, and counter foreign influence supporting the warring factions. It requires collaboration with international partners, including the Quintet and Quad, to protect civilians and hold perpetrators of atrocities accountable. The strategy must also address humanitarian needs, including securing humanitarian access, preventing human trafficking, and rebuilding infrastructure. The Secretary of State is tasked with engaging countries bordering Sudan and regional institutions to address the conflict's broader implications. The strategy must be submitted to congressional committees within 180 days of the Act's enactment, followed by regular briefings every 90 days.

What does ASSESSMENT OF ELIGIBILITY OF ARMED ACTORS IN SUDAN FOR of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section defines "appropriate congressional committees" as including the Senate Committees on Foreign Relations and the Judiciary, and the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and the Judiciary. The Secretary of State is directed to assess whether any armed actor in Sudan meets the criteria for designation as a specially designated global terrorist. The assessment must be conducted in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury and the Attorney General, and consistent with the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The Secretary of State must submit a classified report to the appropriate congressional committees within 90 days of the Act's enactment. The report must include the results of the assessment and a description of planned actions based on those results.

What does SANCTIONS. of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section outlines sanctions that the President may impose on foreign persons determined to be responsible for actions threatening Sudan's peace, security, stability, or territorial integrity. The sanctions include asset blocking, prohibitions on financial transactions, and restrictions on visas, admission, and parole into the United States. Actions that trigger sanctions include supplying arms to Sudanese forces or non-state armed groups, using child soldiers, obstructing political processes, committing human rights abuses, smuggling natural resources, and obstructing humanitarian assistance. Exceptions exist for activities necessary to comply with international obligations, authorized intelligence or law enforcement activities, and the provision of humanitarian assistance. The President has authority to issue regulations, licenses, and orders to implement these sanctions.

What does SPECIAL ENVOY FOR SUDAN. of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section amends Section 7204(d) of the Department of State Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025. The amendment changes the term of the Special Envoy for Sudan from 2 years to 5 years.

What does ASSISTANCE TO THE GOVERNMENT OF SUDAN BY INTERNATIONAL of PEACE in Sudan Act do?

This section restricts the Secretary of the Treasury from instructing the United States Executive Director in international financial institutions to support loans or assistance to the Government of Sudan. The U.S. Executive Director is directed to oppose loans for debt relief and long-term development and reconstruction efforts. The U.S. Executive Director should collaborate with other donor countries to create a coordinated lending policy for Sudan, including benchmarks and preconditions. The President can waive these restrictions if deemed in the national security interest of the United States. An exception exists for loans solely supporting lifesaving humanitarian projects that directly support basic human needs.

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PEACE in Sudan Act

Last updated: 6/17/2026 · Introduced: 6/9/2026

Author: James Risch (R-ID)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes U.S. policy to disrupt criminal actors, secure an end to the war in Sudan, and counter foreign interference contributing to instability.
The bill mandates semiannual reports to Congress detailing the involvement of foreign governments and groups in the Sudanese conflict, including arms transfers and financial support.
The Secretary of State must develop a comprehensive strategy to secure a ceasefire, cripple the war economy, and counter foreign influence in Sudan, collaborating with international partners.
The bill authorizes sanctions against foreign individuals and entities responsible for actions threatening Sudan’s peace, security, and stability, including those involved in human rights abuses and obstructing humanitarian aid.
The bill restricts U.S. financial support to the Sudanese government through international financial institutions, except for loans solely supporting lifesaving humanitarian projects.

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