Condemning the Government of Ethiopia for actions that threaten regional stability, violate fundamental human rights, and undermine the strategic interests of the United States in the Horn of Africa.

House Resolution

H.Res. 937

119th Congress

Condemning the Government of Ethiopia for actions that threaten regional stability, violate fundamental human rights, and undermine the strategic interests of the United States in the Horn of Africa.

In Committee

Introduced:Dec 9, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Earl Carter

R - GA

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This bipartisan resolution condemns Ethiopia for actions threatening regional stability and human rights in the Horn of Africa, citing war in Amhara region, violence in Oromia, Tigray, and Ogaden, and persecution of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. It calls for Global Magnitsky sanctions, suspension of non-humanitarian aid, and a genocide determination under the Elie Wiesel Act.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bipartisan resolution condemns Ethiopia for actions threatening regional stability and human rights in the Horn of Africa, citing war in Amhara region, violence in Oromia, Tigray, and Ogaden, and persecution of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. It calls for Global Magnitsky sanctions, suspension of non-humanitarian aid, and a genocide determination under the Elie Wiesel Act.

Last updated: 12/26/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Condemns Ethiopian government for human rights violations across multiple regions
Cites war crimes, crimes against humanity, and potential genocide
Notes persecution of Ethiopian Orthodox Church and religious institutions
Calls for Global Magnitsky sanctions against implicated officials
Requests suspension of non-humanitarian aid and security assistance
Demands genocide determination under Elie Wiesel Act

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Ethiopian government faces congressional pressure for accountability. US-Ethiopia relations may be strained by sanctions advocacy. Humanitarian aid continues while security assistance is questioned. Religious freedom concerns are elevated in policy discussions.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

937, 119th Congress (2025). "Condemning the Government of Ethiopia for actions that threaten regional stability, violate fundamental human rights, and undermine the strategic interests of the United States in the Horn of Africa.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-937