119th (2025–2027)
H.R. 5101
This bill authorizes the U.S. government to impose sanctions against individuals in Tunisia who undermine democracy, commit human rights abuses, or engage in corruption under President Kais Saied's regime. Within 180 days of enactment, the President must create and publicly post a list of targeted foreign persons—including Tunisian government officials—who meet these criteria, with updates every six months for four years. Sanctions include freezing U.S. assets and blocking visas and entry to the United States for those on the list. The bill also suspends U.S. security assistance to Tunisian security forces linked to human rights abuses and requires the State Department to develop a strategy within 180 days for restoring Tunisia's 2014 democratic constitution and institutions. The President can suspend or waive these sanctions if Tunisia restores democracy, holds free elections under international supervision, and releases all political prisoners, though waivers can last only 180 days at a time. The entire act expires four years after enactment unless extended.