A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Guatemala's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Sen. Kaine introduced a resolution that would require the State Department to provide a full report on human rights in Guatemala. If the resolution is approved, the government would have 30 days to hand over the information to Congress.
The report would focus on how Guatemala treats people who were sent there by the U.S. government even though they are not Guatemalan citizens. It asks for details on reports of illegal arrests, unfair treatment, and human trafficking involving these individuals.
The resolution also asks the U.S. government to explain what steps it takes to make sure people are safe before they are sent to Guatemala. This includes checking if they will have legal rights or if they might be sent back to a country where they are in danger.
This matters because U.S. law generally forbids giving military or security aid to countries that repeatedly violate human rights. The findings in this report could lead to changes in how the U.S. provides financial and security support to Guatemala.
Milestones
2 milestones3 actions
Mar 10, 2026Senate
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Mar 10, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Mar 10, 2026Senate
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S964-965)
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Guatemala's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Bill NumberSRES 636
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S964-965)
