Condemning the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and standing ready to support President Donald J. Trump in taking decisive action to end the existential threat that persecuted Christians face in Nigeria.

House Resolution

H.Res. 866

119th Congress

Condemning the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and standing ready to support President Donald J. Trump in taking decisive action to end the existential threat that persecuted Christians face in Nigeria.

In Committee

Introduced:Nov 7, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Marc A. Veasey

Representative

Democratic

TX-33

Cosponsors

40

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Labor and Employment

Summary

This bill condemns the persecution of Christians in Nigeria by terrorist groups like Boko Haram and Fulani militants. It calls on the U.S. government to pressure the Nigerian government to protect Christian communities, end impunity for religious violence, and repeal blasphemy laws. The bill also encourages coordination with international partners to provide humanitarian aid to victims.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill condemns the persecution of Christians in Nigeria by terrorist groups like Boko Haram and Fulani militants. It calls on the U.S. government to pressure the Nigerian government to protect Christian communities, end impunity for religious violence, and repeal blasphemy laws. The bill also encourages coordination with international partners to provide humanitarian aid to victims.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution supports the designation of National Apprenticeship Week.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Condemns the ongoing persecution and targeted killing of Christians in Nigeria by terrorist groups
Calls on the U.S. to use diplomatic, economic, and security tools to pressure the Nigerian government to protect Christian communities and end impunity for religious violence
Encourages coordination with international partners to deliver humanitarian aid directly to victims

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this bill becomes law, it would increase U.S. pressure on the Nigerian government to address the persecution of Christians in the country. This could result in greater protection for Christian communities, fewer attacks, and the release of prisoners detained for their faith. The humanitarian aid coordination could also provide critical support to victims of violence and displacement.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Labor and Employment

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

866, 119th Congress (2025). "Condemning the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and standing ready to support President Donald J. Trump in taking decisive action to end the existential threat that persecuted Christians face in Nigeria.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-866