arrow_back Back to App

Honoring Juan López and Supporting Human Rights Defenders in Honduras

This U.S. House of Representatives resolution honors Juan López, a murdered Catholic leader and human rights advocate in Honduras. It calls for support in combating corruption and impunity in Honduras, and for the protection of land and environmental defenders facing threats. The aim is to ensure that Honduran citizens can live without fear of powerful companies and corrupt officials who threaten their land and lives.
Key points
Honoring the life and legacy of Juan López, a murdered human rights defender and community leader in Honduras.
Supporting the establishment of a new anti-corruption commission and an international investigative commission in Honduras to probe López's murder and related crimes.
Calling on the U.S. Government to work in solidarity with the people of Honduras to build a more secure and democratic country, and to increase support for human rights defenders.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_717
Sponsor: Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3]
Process start date: 2025-09-15
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Honoring Juan López, a Honduran Catholic leader and human rights advocate murdered in the Tocoa municipality of the Bajo Aguán region of Honduras and commemorating one year since his assassination.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_717.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honoring the life and legacy of Juan López, a murdered human rights defender and community leader in Honduras.
  • Supporting the establishment of a new anti-corruption commission and an international investigative commission in Honduras to probe López's murder and related crimes.
  • Calling on the U.S. Government to work in solidarity with the people of Honduras to build a more secure and democratic country, and to increase support for human rights defenders.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

CATEGORIES

Courts and Law Security Environment