H.R.7457

Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026

Introduced·2/10/26

Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026 aims to address religious persecution in Nigeria.

The Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026 seeks to address systemic religious persecution in Nigeria, particularly targeting Christians. The bill calls for comprehensive U.S. efforts to pressure the Nigerian government to end impunity for perpetrators, protect vulnerable communities, and repeal blasphemy laws. It mandates the Department of State to submit annual reports on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria, including assessments of U.S. security assistance and recommendations for further actions.

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Current
Foreign Affairs Committee
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Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 10

House

Introduced in House

Feb 10

House

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.