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This bill aims to support the restoration of democracy in Tunisia by imposing sanctions and taking diplomatic actions against the authoritarian regime led by Kais Saied. The bill requires the President to create and maintain a public list of foreign persons involved in undermining democratic processes, committing human rights abuses, or engaging in significant corruption in Tunisia. These individuals will face sanctions, including property blocking (freezing assets in the United States) and travel restrictions (being barred from entering the US and having their visas revoked). The bill suspends US funding to Tunisian security services linked to human rights abuses and requires the Secretary of State to develop a strategy for restoring Tunisia's democratic institutions, including reinstating the 2014 constitution and holding free and fair elections. The President can suspend these sanctions if Tunisia meets specific criteria demonstrating a return to democratic governance, such as restoring the 2014 constitution, holding internationally monitored elections, and releasing political prisoners. The sanctions and provisions of the bill will remain in effect for four years, after which they will automatically expire. The overall intent is to pressure the Tunisian government to return to democratic principles and protect the rights of Tunisian citizens.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5101/all-info