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HRES 368

Requesting information on El Salvador's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

119th Congress Introduced by Joaquin Castro and 4 co-sponsors

HRES 368 requests a report on human rights in El Salvador, focusing on violations and U.S. aid's impact, to ensure accountability and protect affected individuals.

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Bill Summary · HRES 368

Summary of HRES 368: Requesting Information on El Salvador's Human Rights Practices

Bill Number: HRES 368
Introduced On: May 01, 2025
Status: Submitted in House
Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

HRES 368 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that seeks to gather comprehensive information regarding human rights practices in El Salvador. The resolution requests that the Secretary of State provide a detailed report on the current human rights situation in the country, particularly in light of ongoing concerns about violations and the impact of U.S. foreign assistance.

Key Provisions

The resolution outlines specific requirements for the Secretary of State, which must be fulfilled within 30 days of the resolution's adoption. The report should include:

  1. Credible Information on Human Rights Violations:

    • Allegations of torture and inhumane treatment of detainees, including non-citizens.
    • Instances of forced disappearances and transnational repression.
    • Evaluation of due process and judicial independence in El Salvador.
    • Treatment of foreign nationals detained in El Salvador.

  2. U.S. Government Actions:

    • Steps taken to promote human rights within the context of El Salvador's ongoing State of Exception.
    • Efforts to discourage practices that violate internationally recognized human rights.
    • Actions to dissociate U.S. security assistance from any harmful practices.

  3. Additional Assessments:

    • Likelihood of U.S. security assistance being misused for human rights violations.
    • Conditions in El Salvador’s Centro de Confinamiento del Terrorismo (CECOT), including allegations of torture.
    • Actions taken to ensure the release of U.S. citizens or residents detained in El Salvador.
    • Measures to protect U.S. citizens from unlawful removal to El Salvador.

Affected Parties

The resolution primarily affects:
- U.S. Government Agencies: The Department of State will be responsible for compiling and submitting the report.
- Citizens and Residents of El Salvador: Individuals facing human rights violations, including detainees and those subjected to inhumane treatment.
- U.S. Citizens and Residents: Those who may be detained or at risk of human rights abuses in El Salvador.

Legislative Actions

  • May 01, 2025: The resolution was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on the Judiciary for consideration.

Related Legislation

  • SRES 195: A companion resolution that addresses similar concerns regarding human rights practices in El Salvador.

This resolution aims to ensure accountability and transparency regarding U.S. foreign assistance and its implications for human rights in El Salvador, reflecting a commitment to uphold international human rights standards.

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

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