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Strengthening Sanctions on Nicaragua for Human Rights Abuses and Russia Support.

This act aims to extend and tighten economic sanctions against the Nicaraguan government to compel it to respect human rights and democracy. US citizens will be prohibited from investing in Nicaragua, and the US government will seek to restrict international loans to the country. This is intended to pressure the regime to improve the situation within the country.
Key points
Extension and expansion of economic sanctions on sectors of the Nicaraguan economy that generate revenue for the Ortega family, including the gold sector.
Imposition of new sanctions for persecution of the Catholic Church, political prisoners, and support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Prohibition of new investments by US citizens and companies in Nicaragua, with exceptions for humanitarian aid and sales of essential goods.
Support for human rights and democracy programs in Nicaragua and efforts at the UN to monitor and document human rights abuses.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6954
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Process start date: 2024-01-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Restoring Sovereignty and Human Rights in Nicaragua Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6954.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extension and expansion of economic sanctions on sectors of the Nicaraguan economy that generate revenue for the Ortega family, including the gold sector.
  • Imposition of new sanctions for persecution of the Catholic Church, political prisoners, and support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
  • Prohibition of new investments by US citizens and companies in Nicaragua, with exceptions for humanitarian aid and sales of essential goods.
  • Support for human rights and democracy programs in Nicaragua and efforts at the UN to monitor and document human rights abuses.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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