What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HRES 1521.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-14.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hres1521/BILLS-117hres1521ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Analysis and Potential Impact of HRES 1521

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Protecting Garifuna Rights in Honduras: A Call to Action by the US

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Condemnation of violence and illegal land appropriation against Garifuna, impacting their safety and life stability. Call for the return of Garifuna lands in accordance with international rulings, restoring their property rights and enabling development. Appeal to development banks to cease funding projects that violate Garifuna rights, potentially protecting them from further losses and displacement. Support for an independent investigation into Garifuna disappearances, aiming to ensure justice and security.

This U.S. House of Representatives resolution condemns violence and illegal land appropriation against the Garifuna people in Honduras. It urges the Honduran government, the U.S. Department of State, and multilateral development banks to comply with human rights court rulings mandating the return of Garifuna land rights. This aims to protect the culture and identity of this community, ensuring their safety and property rights.

Key points

Condemnation of violence and illegal land appropriation against Garifuna, impacting their safety and life stability.

Call for the return of Garifuna lands in accordance with international rulings, restoring their property rights and enabling development.

Appeal to development banks to cease funding projects that violate Garifuna rights, potentially protecting them from further losses and displacement.

Support for an independent investigation into Garifuna disappearances, aiming to ensure justice and security.

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Additional Information

Affirming the importance of the survival of Garífuna culture and identity, condemning the violent and illegal appropriation of Garífuna territory and calling on the Government of Honduras, the Department of State and multilateral development banks to fully comply with the resolutions of multilateral human rights bodies which mandate the return of Garífuna land rights, and for other purposes.

Print number: HRES 1521

Sponsor: Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1]

Process start date: 2022-12-14

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Protecting Garifuna Rights in Honduras: A Call to Action by the US

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