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HRES559119th Congress

Recognizing the urgent need for peace, stability, and reconciliation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and supporting diplomatic, economic, and humanitarian efforts to achieve lasting peace in the region.

Sponsored By: Representative Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]

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Summary

Peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This resolution would push for an inclusive national dialogue, promote accountable governance, and back U.S.-DRC critical-minerals cooperation while urging targeted measures against violent and corrupt actors.

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  • Families and civil society: Would urge protections for human rights, an end to arbitrary prosecutions and passport denials, and support reconciliation led by churches and civic movements.
  • Regional security and armed groups: Would call for an end to state support for non-state armed groups, promote peaceful resolution of tensions with Rwanda, and encourage participation in African-led talks like the Luanda and Nairobi processes.
  • U.S. policy and commerce: Would endorse commercial agreements on critical minerals, push for stronger supply-chain traceability and anti-corruption reforms in mining, and encourage the President to use targeted sanctions and visa restrictions on groups and individuals such as M23, FDLR, and ADF.

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Bill Overview

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]

NJ • R

Cosponsors

  • Del. Radewagen, Aumua Amata Coleman [R-AS-At Large]

    AS • R

    Sponsored 6/27/2025

  • Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7]

    GA • R

    Sponsored 6/27/2025

  • Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27]

    FL • R

    Sponsored 6/27/2025

  • Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7]

    TN • R

    Sponsored 7/7/2025

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