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HCM 2001

Muslim Brotherhood; designation; terrorist organization

57th Legislature - Second Regular Session Introduced by Michael Carbone and 2 co-sponsors

This bill urges the U.S. to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization, which could block its assets and criminalize support, though critics argue it risks infringing on civil liberties.

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Bill Summary · HCM 2001

Summary of HCM 2001: Muslim Brotherhood; designation; terrorist organization

Purpose and Intent

This concurrent memorial bill, if passed, would urge the U.S. government to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization. The bill's sponsors argue that the Muslim Brotherhood meets the legal criteria for such a designation, which they claim would help combat terrorism and support national security.

Key Provisions

  • Declares that the Muslim Brotherhood's ideology, activities, and objectives are "wholly incompatible with the values and principles of the United States"
  • Calls on the U.S. Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress on whether the Muslim Brotherhood meets the criteria to be designated as a foreign terrorist organization
  • Urges the U.S. government to formally designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization if the Secretary's report concludes that the criteria are met

Potential Impact

If passed, this bill could lead to the formal designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S. government. This would trigger a range of legal and financial consequences, including:

  • Prohibiting U.S. persons from knowingly providing material support or resources to the Muslim Brotherhood
  • Empowering the U.S. government to block or seize any of the organization's assets under U.S. jurisdiction
  • Subjecting individuals and entities that engage with the Muslim Brotherhood to potential criminal penalties

The bill's supporters argue this would weaken the Muslim Brotherhood's ability to operate and fund its activities globally. However, critics contend the designation could infringe on constitutionally-protected free speech and religious freedoms, and negatively impact Muslim American communities.

Procedural Considerations

As a concurrent memorial, this bill does not require the president's signature to become law. If passed by both the House and Senate, it would represent the formal position and request of the Arizona State Legislature, but would not have the force of law. The bill was prefiled on January 8, 2025, and its current status is "prefiled", meaning it has been introduced but not yet considered by any legislative committees.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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