Bill · H.R. 5101· House(119-HR-5101)
Tunisia Democracy Restoration Act
- Introduced
- 9/2/2025
- Last activity
- 9/2/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Joe Wilson
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Tunisia Democracy Restoration Act aims to support the return of democracy in Tunisia and oppose the regime of Kais Saied. It prohibits U.S. funding for Tunisian security units linked to human rights abuses or the undermining of democracy. The bill requires the President to list and sanction foreign persons involved in corruption, undermining democratic processes, or serious human rights abuses. These sanctions include blocking property in the U.S. and denying visas. Additionally, the Secretary of State must develop a strategy to restore Tunisian democratic institutions and the 2014 constitution.
Yes· 3 of 12
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+7
The bill targets the persecution of journalists and activists to protect freedom of expression.
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+7
It targets individuals responsible for the detention of journalists and activists.
Does this protect the right to vote?+5
The bill aims to restore free and fair elections and democratic institutions in Tunisia.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-2
U.S. persons interacting with sanctioned Tunisian entities face legal penalties.
Does this send more money or help to other countries?-2
The bill explicitly prohibits funding to certain Tunisian government units.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Human Rights: The bill targets individuals responsible for serious human rights abuses, including the forced disappearance, arrest, or detention of activists, journalists, and lawyers (Section 4(a)(2)).
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Prevention of Funding Abuses: It ensures that U.S. taxpayer money is not provided to security services or units linked to domestic repression or human rights abuses (Section 3).
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Accountability for Corruption: The act allows for sanctions against those engaged in significant corruption in Tunisia (Section 4(a)(1)(B)).
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Promotion of Democratic Standards: The bill pushes for the release of political prisoners and the restoration of a democratic constitution and fair elections as conditions to lift sanctions (Section 4(e)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Legal Penalties for U.S. Persons: Individuals or entities in the U.S. who violate the property blocking sanctions may face penalties under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (Section 4(d)(3)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+7Improves Policing Reform+5Improves Voting Access+5Improves Voting Rights+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+7Improves Due Process+5Improves Electoral Process+5Improves Government Transparency+2Increases Federal Power+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners-2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+3Reduces Military Spending+1Increases Foreign Aid-2
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending+1
- 9/2/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Jason CrowDemocrat · Colorado