Bill > HRes1025

This resolution condemns all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), acknowledging the country's long history of challenges including political unrest and targeted ethnic violence. It highlights the escalation of hate speech and incitement to violence against ethnic minorities, often by politicians and security officials, characterizing entire groups as "foreigners" or "invaders" despite their long-standing presence. The resolution notes documented involvement of the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC) and various armed groups, including the M23 and the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), in atrocities such as killings, sexual violence, and forced displacement, with some actions potentially constituting ethnic cleansing or meeting criteria for genocide. It urges the DRC to cease support for non-state armed groups, hold accountable state security forces involved in atrocities, and facilitate humanitarian access. The resolution also calls on social media companies to curb hate speech, neighboring countries to provide safe harbor for refugees, and the United States to investigate atrocities, mitigate humanitarian effects, and consider appointing a Special Envoy to the Great Lakes region, potentially offering refugee status to those fleeing violence and imposing targeted sanctions on human rights abusers.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/1025/all-info