Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7055

Restoring Sovereignty and Human Rights in Nicaragua Act of 2026

Sanctions and Investment Ban on Nicaragua

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This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is waiting for review by several House committees. Nothing has happened with the bill since it was introduced in January 2026. Because no action has occurred for five months, the bill is considered stalled.

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How we got here

This bill’s path across every version that has carried it.

Reintroduced
Reintroduced from H.R. 6954 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 6954 (118th) →

Key Points

This bill would stop Americans and U.S. companies from making any new investments in Nicaragua. It also extends existing penalties against the Nicaraguan government until 2030, aiming to cut off money that supports the current leadership.
The policy specifically targets the gold industry and other businesses that make money for the ruling family. It also punishes officials involved in arresting members of the Catholic Church, holding political prisoners, or helping Russia with its invasion of Ukraine.
Lawmakers want to pressure the Nicaraguan government to hold fair elections and stop violence against its own citizens. By blocking loans from international banks and reviewing trade deals, the U.S. hopes to force a return to democratic rules.
There are exceptions for humanitarian aid, such as sending food and medicine to the people of Nicaragua. The bill also allows the government to give grants to private groups that help document human rights abuses and promote democracy.

Impact Analysis

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Milestones

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Jan 14, 2026House

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and 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.

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Jan 14, 2026

Introduced in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Restoring Sovereignty and Human Rights in Nicaragua Act of 2026

Bill NumberHR 7055

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and 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.

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