Bills · SRES 354
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 354International Affairs
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Panama's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
INTRO JUL 31· LAST ACTION JUL 31
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it highlights a crucial aspect of U.S. foreign policy: how the U.S. ensures human rights are upheld when dealing with other countries, particularly when the U.S. itself is involved in transferring individuals to those countries. If this resolution is adopted, it would compel the State Department to provide transparency and accountability regarding Panama's human rights record and the U.S. role in it.
Voters should care because it addresses concerns about the treatment of vulnerable people who have been removed from the U.S. to another country. It also scrutinizes how U.S. foreign aid, specifically security assistance, might be used in ways that could violate human rights. If the resolution is not adopted, this specific, detailed information on Panama's human rights practices, particularly concerning individuals transferred by the U.S., might not be officially compiled and presented to Congress in this manner, potentially reducing oversight on these complex issues.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The Senate formally requests that the Secretary of State submit a detailed statement on Panama's human rights practices to congressional committees.
This formal request ensures that the executive branch provides specific information to Congress, enabling legislative oversight.
PROVISION 02
The requested statement must include all credible information about alleged human rights violations by the Government of Panama, specifically focusing on non-Panamanian citizens removed to Panama by the U.S. government.
This provision addresses specific concerns about the safety and rights of individuals transferred by the U.S. to another country.
PROVISION 03
The report must describe steps the United States Government has taken to promote human rights in Panama and to assess the treatment of individuals prior to their removal to Panama.
It requires the State Department to detail its diplomatic and protective measures, offering insight into U.S. foreign policy efforts.
PROVISION 04
The resolution requires an assessment of the likelihood that U.S. security assistance provided to Panama could be used in support of activities related to the rendition, trafficking, detention, or imprisonment of removed individuals.
This provision aims to ensure U.S. aid is not inadvertently supporting human rights violations.
PROVISION 05
The statement must include all information regarding any agreements or financial transactions between the U.S. and Panama related to the transfer of individuals, and details on individuals sent in 2025.
This seeks transparency on the operational and financial aspects of U.S. removal processes involving Panama.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 31
Introduced in Senate
JUL 31
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5005)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 354
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 31, 2025
Last actionJul 31, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 31, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 354International Affairs
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Panama's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
INTRODUCED JUL 31, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 31, 2025
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
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