This House resolution expresses concern about growing threats facing Coptic Christians in Egypt. It notes that Coptic Christians are an indigenous community in Egypt with roots going back over 2,000 years and that there are over 10,000,000 Copts in Egypt. The resolution cites a 2025 U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom report saying religious freedom for minorities in Egypt is restricted. It lists problems including disproportionate arrests for blasphemy, abductions, forced conversions and marriages of women and girls, and violence that is rarely punished—especially in rural areas. The resolution also notes the importance of the U.S.-Egypt partnership and Egypt's role in fighting terrorism, and it calls for stronger protection of human rights and the rule of law in Egypt.
This is a nonbinding House resolution that expresses the views of the House of Representatives. It urges the Government of Egypt to protect Coptic Christians, ensure they have the same rights as other citizens, and end impunity by arresting, prosecuting, and convicting people who attack Christians and holding officials who fail to enforce the law. The resolution was introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. It does not itself change U.S. law or create new U.S. programs.
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Supporters say the resolution recognizes the historic presence of Coptic Christians, highlights reported human-rights problems noted by U.S. experts, and urges Egypt to strengthen protections, end impunity for attacks, and uphold the rule of law while maintaining cooperation on regional security.
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