Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act of 2026
To impose sanctions on the Polisario Front if it cooperates with an Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization.
This bill, HB9982, proposes to impose sanctions on the Polisario Front if it cooperates with any Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization. The Polisario Front is a group seeking independence for Western Sahara, and this bill aims to prevent any such cooperation that could threaten regional stability. If the Polisario Front engages with any group listed as terrorist by the U.S., it could face financial and trade sanctions under this legislation.
The sanctions would primarily affect the Polisario Front and any entities or individuals associated with it that are involved in the cooperation. This could impact their ability to conduct financial transactions and engage in trade, potentially hindering their operations and influence. The bill seeks to maintain regional security by preventing such alliances.
HB9982 was introduced on July 30, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration. This means that experts in these areas will review the bill and may hold hearings to gather more information and perspectives before it moves forward in the legislative process.
