Introduced
September 30, 2025
Mr. Hill of Arkansas (for himself and Mr. Suozzi) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
RESOLUTION
Expressing concerns regarding the urgent and escalating threats facing Coptic Christians.
- (1) acknowledges the central and historic importance of the United States-Egypt partnership in advancing the common interests of both countries;
- (2) appreciates Egypt’s regional role as a partner in combating terrorism and violent extremism;
- (3) recognizes the necessity of strengthening protection of internationally recognized human rights and the rule of law in Egypt;
- (4) urges the Government of Egypt to ensure Coptic Christians are afforded the same rights as all other Egyptian citizens; and
- (5) urges the Government of Egypt to take additional steps to end the culture of impunity for attacks on Christians by pursuing the arrest, prosecution, and conviction of individuals who commit such crimes, and to hold accountable any Government officials who fail to enforce the law.