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119th Congress
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SENATES. 4577· 119th Congress

Congress to Review U.S.-Tanzania Relations

Reassessing the United States-Tanzania Bilateral Relationship Act

Sponsor
Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH)
Introduced
May 19, 2026
Last Action
Jul 27, 2026
Passage
35%
Introduced
May 19, 2026
Committee
Jul 27, 2026
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Bill directs a formal reassessment of the bilateral relationship between the United States and Tanzania.
  • Requires review of diplomatic, economic, and strategic ties between the two nations.
  • Specific policy changes or conditions not yet detailed in available summaries.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Affects U.S. foreign policy toward East Africa and one of the region's largest economies.
  • Could influence trade, military cooperation, and diplomatic priorities in the region.
  • Limited detail available; impact depends on committee's findings and recommendations.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Passed Senate Foreign Relations Committee on July 27, 2026 with amendments. Now on Senate calendar for floor vote.
  • Next step: Senate debate and vote; then would move to House if approved.
  • Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your senator's office to express your position.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jul 27, 2026Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 511.
  • Jul 27, 2026Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
  • Jul 27, 2026Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
  • Jun 17, 2026Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
  • May 19, 2026Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
  • May 19, 2026Introduced in Senate