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Conditioning US Aid to Colombia: Security, Rights, Cooperation

This law states that US financial and military aid to Colombia will depend on the Colombian government meeting specific conditions. These conditions include cooperation with the US on security, anti-drug efforts, and migration, as well as respecting civil rights and judicial independence in Colombia. The goal is to ensure US funds support US objectives and democratic values.
Key points
US aid (financial, military) to Colombia will be stopped if Colombia does not meet specific conditions.
Conditions cover cooperation with the US on counter-terrorism, anti-drug efforts, and illegal migration.
Respect for civil rights (freedom of speech, press, property) and judicial independence in Colombia is required.
Colombia must limit China's influence in energy/raw materials and not cooperate with countries hostile to the US (Cuba, Iran, China, Venezuela, Nicaragua) or terrorist organizations.
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Print number: 117_S_4907
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2022-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CAUTION Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4907.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • US aid (financial, military) to Colombia will be stopped if Colombia does not meet specific conditions.
  • Conditions cover cooperation with the US on counter-terrorism, anti-drug efforts, and illegal migration.
  • Respect for civil rights (freedom of speech, press, property) and judicial independence in Colombia is required.
  • Colombia must limit China's influence in energy/raw materials and not cooperate with countries hostile to the US (Cuba, Iran, China, Venezuela, Nicaragua) or terrorist organizations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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