A resolution requesting information on Honduras's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
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Overview
This resolution directs the Secretary of State to gather and report information on Honduras’s human rights record, specifically focusing on alleged violations and connections to drug trafficking. The request aims to assess the government’s actions regarding human rights, corruption, and the potential misuse of U.S. security assistance. It also seeks to evaluate the status of former President Juan Orlando Hernández and the government’s efforts to combat drug-related crimes and corruption.
Key provisions
- Requests a statement from the Secretary of State regarding Honduras’s human rights practices.
- Requires the statement to include information on alleged human rights violations linked to drug trafficking.
- Specifically asks for details on connections between government officials and drug cartels.
- Demands a review of U.S. government efforts to promote human rights and hold officials accountable.
- Requests an assessment of whether U.S. security assistance has supported drug trafficking.
- Requires an evaluation of former President Hernández’s post-conviction status and ties to drug cartels.
- Calls for a description of actions to address corruption and human rights violations related to drug trafficking.
- Sets a 30-day deadline for the Secretary of State to submit the requested information.
Who is affected
- Honduras
- The United States Government
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