Bills · HR 4097
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4097International Affairs
Designate CAIR as a Terrorist Organization Act
INTRO JUN 24· LAST ACTION JUN 24
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThe Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) would be most directly affected, as its activities, reputation, and legal standing would be subject to a high-stakes government review and potential designation. If CAIR were designated a foreign terrorist organization, it would face severe restrictions, including limitations on its ability to raise money, conduct advocacy, and engage with the public, both domestically and internationally. Individuals associated with CAIR, such as its staff, donors, and members, could also face increased scrutiny or legal implications if the organization were designated.
Beyond CAIR, U.S. government agencies, particularly the State Department, Justice Department, and Treasury Department, would be directly involved in carrying out the review and potentially implementing the designation. American Muslim communities could also be indirectly affected by the designation of a prominent advocacy group, potentially leading to concerns about freedom of speech and association.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs the Secretary of State to conduct a formal review of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) to determine if it meets the criteria for designation as a foreign terrorist organization.
This is the central action of the bill, initiating a high-level government investigation into a prominent American Muslim organization.
PROVISION 02
Requires the Secretary of State to collaborate with the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury during this review.
Ensures a comprehensive assessment drawing on expertise from multiple federal agencies involved in national security and law enforcement.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that a report summarizing the findings of the review, including any resulting designation or reasons against it, be submitted to Congress within 90 days of the bill's enactment.
Provides a clear timeline and ensures accountability and transparency to the legislative branch regarding the review's outcome.
PROVISION 04
Includes a detailed list of Congressional findings outlining past allegations and associations related to CAIR, such as its naming as an unindicted co-conspirator in a terrorism financing trial and alleged ties to groups like Hamas.
These findings serve as the stated justification and background for requiring the formal review of CAIR's designation status.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 24
Introduced in House
JUN 24
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4097
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 24, 2025
Last actionJun 24, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 24, 2025
House BillHR 4097International Affairs
Designate CAIR as a Terrorist Organization Act
INTRODUCED JUN 24, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 24, 2025
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
8
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