BRI applauds the US House’s passage of BRAVE Burma Act

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The Burma Research Institute in the USA has welcomed the passage of a bill that seeks to tackle the junta and crisis in Myanmar.

On February 9, 2026, the US House unanimously passed the BRAVE Burma Act (H.R.3190) — “Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma Act.” Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI-4) introduced the bill on May 5, 2025.

Key Provisions:

• Extends and expands Burma sanctions through December 23, 2032
• Requires annual presidential determinations (for seven years) on whether Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise (MOGE), Myanma Economic Bank (MEB), and foreign entities in Burma’s jet fuel sector meet sanctions criteria under current law or Executive Order 14014
• Mandates appointment of a Special Envoy for Burma with ambassador rank to coordinate all U.S. policy, including sanctions, arms embargoes, and assistance

Speaking on the House floor, Rep. Huizenga highlighted the Burmese military’s attacks on Christian churches and other places of worship, citing a Burma Research Institute report on religious persecution.

“We are grateful for Rep. Huizenga’s leadership and his citing of BRI’s report on Christian persecution. This bipartisan success reflects our diaspora communities’ collaborative advocacy,” said Zo Tum Hmung, BRI President and CEO.

The bill now advances to the U.S. Senate. If passed, it will go to the President’s desk.