Bills · SRES 195
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 195International Affairs
A resolution requesting information on El Salvador's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
INTRO MAY 1· LAST ACTION MAY 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it highlights the U.S. Senate's concern about human rights in El Salvador and its role in overseeing U.S. foreign policy. By formally requesting this detailed information, the Senate is signaling that it wants a clear understanding of alleged abuses, such as torture and forced disappearances, and how they relate to U.S. engagement and aid.
If this resolution passes and the report is submitted, it could inform future decisions on U.S. security assistance to El Salvador, potentially leading to adjustments or conditions on aid if human rights concerns are significant. It also provides transparency regarding the U.S. government's efforts to protect its citizens and residents abroad and ensure that U.S. foreign assistance aligns with its values. Without this resolution, the Senate might not receive such a comprehensive, focused report on these specific human rights issues and the U.S. response.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requests the Secretary of State to provide a statement on El Salvador's human rights practices to relevant congressional committees within 30 days of the resolution's adoption.
This sets a firm deadline for the U.S. government to deliver a comprehensive report on a sensitive foreign policy issue.
PROVISION 02
Requires the statement to include credible information on alleged human rights violations by El Salvador, such as torture, forced disappearances, denial of due process, and the treatment of non-Salvadoran detainees.
This ensures the report focuses on specific, grave human rights concerns and applies to both citizens and non-citizens.
PROVISION 03
Asks for a description of actions the U.S. government has taken to promote human rights in El Salvador, discourage abuses, and publicly distance itself and any security assistance from such practices.
This provides insight into U.S. diplomatic and policy efforts to influence human rights abroad.
PROVISION 04
Requires an assessment of the likelihood that U.S. security assistance could support activities like the unlawful detention or removal of non-Salvadorans and an assessment of conditions in the CECOT prison.
This directly addresses concerns about U.S. aid being misused to enable human rights abuses.
PROVISION 05
Requests a description of U.S. actions to secure the release of U.S. citizens or residents detained in El Salvador, especially those with U.S. court orders for return, and efforts to protect them from unlawful removal from the U.S. to El Salvador.
This highlights U.S. efforts to protect its own citizens and residents abroad in human rights contexts.
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ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSMAY 15
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made.
MAY 15
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 50. Record Vote Number: 259. (consideration: CR S2941-2947)
MAY 1
Introduced in Senate
MAY 1
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2739)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 195
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 1, 2025
Last actionMay 15, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 1, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 195International Affairs
A resolution requesting information on El Salvador's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
INTRODUCED MAY 1, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 15, 2025
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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