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RepublicanBill · H.R. 8236· House(119-HR-8236)

Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act of 2026

Rep. Roy
Age: 54 years
Texas
Introduced
4/9/2026
Last activity
4/9/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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
Chip Roy
Cosponsors
Republican - 16Democrat - 0
International Affairs
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act of 2026," directs the Secretary of the Treasury to designate the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and its affiliates as Specially Designated Global Terrorists. The legislation cites findings regarding CAIR's alleged associations with Hamas and various criminal convictions of its officials. If passed, the bill requires the blocking of all CAIR assets within U.S. jurisdiction and prohibits U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with the organization. Additionally, it mandates the suspension of CAIR's tax-exempt status. The bill also requires a detailed report to be submitted to specific congressional committees regarding the designation.

Yes

  • Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?+5

    The bill aims to disrupt terrorist financing by blocking the assets of an alleged affiliate.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+3

    The bill mandates specific actions by the Secretary of the Treasury and State, exercising federal authority over designations.

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2

    Requires a detailed report to Congress regarding the criteria for the designation.

The opposite· 3 of 6

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?-7

    The bill targets a major civil rights organization for Muslims, potentially limiting their advocacy and resources.

  • Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?-6

    The bill directs a specific designation of an entity by law rather than through an independent administrative review process.

  • Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?-5

    Designating a prominent Islamic organization as a terrorist entity may negatively impact the exercise of religious community operations.