Congress·In Committee·H.R. 4119

Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act

Foreign Policy: Reviewing Terrorist Designation for the Polisario Front

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This bill would require the U.S. government to decide if the Polisario Front, a group seeking independence for Western Sahara, should be officially labeled as a foreign terrorist organization.
Lawmakers are concerned about reports that the group has received weapons and training from Iran, including the use of armed drones and help from Hezbollah officers.
If the group is designated as a terrorist organization, the U.S. would impose sanctions, which typically involve freezing bank accounts and making it illegal for anyone in the U.S. to provide them with money or support.
The State Department would have to submit a detailed report to Congress explaining the group's leadership, where they get their funding, and whether they have intentionally attacked civilians.
The bill allows for these punishments to be skipped if the group enters into peace talks with Morocco and considers a plan to remain part of that country while managing their own local affairs.

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Jun 24, 2025House

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.

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Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act

Bill NumberHR 4119

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred 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.