S 4577 United States Senate · 119th Congress

Reassessing the United States-Tanzania Bilateral Relationship Act

This bill directs the U.S. government to conduct a comprehensive review of its relationship with Tanzania following allegations of election fraud, political repression, and violence during the October 2025 general elections. It mandates the Secretary of State to assess Tanzania's democratic trajectory, security partnerships, and ties with China, requiring a detailed report to Congress within 90 days. Based on findings, the legislation authorizes the President to impose sanctions, such as asset freezes and visa bans, on Tanzanian officials responsible for human rights abuses and to prohibit most U.S. security and investment assistance until the government enacts specific democratic reforms.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2026
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Introduced May 19, 2026 Last action Jul 27, 2026
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Jul 27, 2026
Upper · Passed
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
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Jun 17, 2026
Upper · Passed
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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May 19, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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May 19, 2026
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