USCMO U.S. Congress Legislative Endorsements
These are priority bills and resolutions that align with USCMO’s advocacy goals on
civil rights, religious freedom, immigration, voting rights, humanitarian relief,
and global justice.
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Core Ask for Congressional Offices
Ask Members of Congress to co-sponsor, support, and advance USCMO-endorsed legislation
that protects Muslim communities, immigrant families, voting rights, humanitarian relief,
and international human rights accountability.
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Delegate strategy: If an office is not ready to commit broadly, ask them
to identify which of these endorsements they can support now and which ones they are
willing to review with staff.
Priority Endorsements
Use these links during meetings and in follow-up emails.
H.R. 959 / S. 805
Civil Rights
Islamophobia
Combating International Islamophobia Act
Establishes a State Department office focused on monitoring and combating Islamophobia
globally and strengthens related reporting obligations.
🛡️ Why it matters: Elevates anti-Muslim discrimination as a formal international human-rights concern
🏛️ Lead sponsors: Rep. Ilhan Omar / Sen. Cory Booker
Open H.R. 959
Open S. 805
H.Res. 61 / S.Res. 33
Recognition
Muslim American Heritage
Muslim-American Heritage Month Resolution
Recognizes the heritage, contributions, and civic impact of Muslim Americans and supports
recognition of Muslim-American Heritage Month.
🇺🇸 Why it matters: Counters erasure by affirming Muslim contributions to American life
🏛️ Lead sponsors: Rep. André Carson / Sen. Cory Booker
Open H.Res. 61
Open S.Res. 33
H.R. 485
Recognition
Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act
Would posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali in recognition of
his achievements, humanitarian legacy, and service to the nation.
🏆 Why it matters: Honors a Muslim American whose impact transcended sport
🏛️ Lead sponsor: Rep. André Carson
Open H.R. 485
S. 898
Humanitarian Relief
Palestinian Refugees
UNRWA Funding Emergency Restoration Act
Restores U.S. funding to UNRWA to address urgent humanitarian needs facing Palestinian refugees.
🤲 Why it matters: Supports lifesaving relief infrastructure during humanitarian collapse
🏛️ Lead sponsor: Sen. Peter Welch
Open S. 898
Read Bill Text
JRDs
Arms Oversight
Israel Weapons Sales
Joint Resolutions of Disapproval
Ongoing resolutions introduced under the Arms Export Control Act to block offensive U.S.
weapons sales to Israel.
💣 Why it matters: Gives Congress a concrete tool to oppose harmful arms transfers
🏛️ Lead sponsors: Sen. Bernie Sanders and House progressive sponsors
Search Current JRDs
H.R. 944 / S. 391
Immigration
Due Process
Access to Counsel Act
Ensures that individuals detained at U.S. ports of entry can access legal counsel during
inspection and immigration processing.
⚖️ Why it matters: Helps protect due process at one of the most vulnerable points in the immigration system
🏛️ Lead sponsors: Rep. Pramila Jayapal / Sen. Alex Padilla
Open H.R. 944
Open S. 391
H.R. 1589
Immigration
Dreamers & TPS
American Dream and Promise Act
Creates a pathway to permanent legal status and eventual citizenship for eligible undocumented
immigrants, including DACA recipients and TPS holders.
🏠 Why it matters: Supports stability, family unity, and long-term belonging
🏛️ Lead sponsor: Rep. Sylvia Garcia
Open H.R. 1589
H.R. 14
Voting Rights
Civil Rights
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
Restores and strengthens key protections of the Voting Rights Act by requiring federal review
of voting changes in jurisdictions with records of discrimination.
🗽 Why it matters: Protects fair access to the ballot and strengthens democratic participation
🏛️ Lead sponsor: Rep. Terri Sewell
Open H.R. 14
S. 935 / H.R. 2059
Sudan
Arms Accountability
Stand Up for Sudan Act
Would prohibit U.S. arms sales to the United Arab Emirates until it is no longer providing
material support to the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan.
🛑 Why it matters: Uses U.S. leverage to reduce external support fueling mass atrocity and instability
🏛️ Lead sponsors: Sen. Chris Van Hollen / Rep. Sara Jacobs
Open S. 935
Open H.R. 2059
How to Frame These Endorsements
These talking points help unify a wide range of policy asks.
🕌 Religious freedom: Support bills that protect Muslim communities at home and address anti-Muslim discrimination abroad.
⚖️ Due process: Immigration law must respect counsel access, fairness, and family stability.
🗳️ Democracy: Voting rights protections are essential for equal participation in American civic life.
🤲 Humanitarian responsibility: Congress should support relief for civilians facing war, displacement, and hunger.
🛑 Arms accountability: U.S. weapons policy should not fuel repression, mass atrocity, or civilian harm.
Why These Endorsements Matter
Strong closing points for the end of a Hill meeting.
Protects Muslim Communities
Helps confront Islamophobia, elevate Muslim contributions, and defend equal treatment.
Strengthens Civil Rights
Advances due process, voting rights, and legal protections for vulnerable communities.
Promotes Global Justice
Aligns U.S. policy with humanitarian relief, accountability, and human rights principles.