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119 · HRES 1179 Condemning attacks on civilians in Sudan and calling for an end to external support to the warring parties and for efforts to promote a negotiated settlement of the war.

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House Resolution 1179 is a nonbinding measure condemning attacks on civilians in Sudan, urging all outside countries to stop arming the warring sides, and pressing for a negotiated peace and better access for humanitarian aid. It signals the House’s position but would not change U.S. law or policy by itself.

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16 Apr 2026
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16 Apr 2026
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Headline Summary

A House resolution condemning violence against civilians in Sudan, urging foreign backers to stop aiding the fighters, and calling for a negotiated end to the war and better aid access.

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What It Does

H. Res. 1179 expresses the House’s view on the war in Sudan. It denounces attacks on civilians, highlights the scale of the humanitarian crisis, and urges steps aimed at ending the conflict and protecting people.

  • Names the two main forces—the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)—and condemns their attacks on civilians, schools, hospitals, and places of worship.
  • Urges all outside actors to stop giving weapons, money, or other material support to either side.
  • Calls for safe, unfettered access so aid groups can deliver food, water, and medicine.
  • Encourages a negotiated settlement to end the war and a return to civilian-led democratic governance in Sudan.
  • Supports future post-war rebuilding and a transitional justice process to hold perpetrators of mass killings and sexual violence accountable.
  • Formally calls on the Administration to take clear steps to halt external support to the warring parties and to help negotiate an end to the conflict.
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Key Numbers (from the resolution’s findings)

Estimated deaths
400000people
People forcibly displaced
14000000people
People in need of life-saving aid
34000000people
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Who’s For It

Introduced on April 15, 2026, by Rep. Pramila Jayapal with co-sponsors including Reps. Jacobs, Meeks, Jackson of Illinois, Olszewski, Amo, and Kamlager-Dove—all Democrats. Supporters frame it as a clear stand against atrocities and a push to stop outside fuel for the war.

  • House Democratic sponsors: argue the U.S. should condemn attacks on civilians, press for aid access, and support diplomacy to end the conflict.
  • Humanitarian emphasis: underscores the need to protect civilians and enable local and international relief efforts.
  • Accountability focus: backs transitional justice for war crimes and sexual violence.
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Who’s Against It

No formal opponents are listed yet, and there has been no vote. Potential critiques (not yet recorded) could include:

  • It is symbolic and nonbinding, so it may not change conditions on the ground.
  • Concerns that urging cuts to external support could complicate U.S. relations with regional partners or limit leverage.
  • Debate over how forcefully Congress should direct the Administration’s diplomatic approach.
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What’s Next

As of April 15, 2026, the resolution has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. The committee may hold hearings or a markup before it can reach the House floor for a vote. If adopted, it would state the House’s position; as a simple House resolution, it does not go to the Senate or the President and does not become law.

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