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US Senate Demands Report on Costa Rica Human Rights and Treatment of Deportees

This Senate resolution mandates the Secretary of State to submit a detailed report on human rights practices in Costa Rica, specifically focusing on individuals removed there by the U.S. Government. The resolution seeks information on steps the U.S. Government has taken to ensure individuals removed from the United States are treated humanely and are not at risk of torture or unlawful imprisonment in the destination country. The report must also assess the risk of U.S. security assistance being used for activities inconsistent with human rights.
Key points
Mandatory Report: The Secretary of State must provide Congress with detailed information on Costa Rica's human rights practices within 30 days.
Protection of Deportees: The report focuses on the treatment of non-citizens removed from the U.S. to Costa Rica, including risks of arbitrary arrest, torture, and trafficking.
US Aid Scrutiny: Assessment of whether U.S. security assistance to Costa Rica could be used to support activities related to the unlawful detention or torture of removed individuals.
Legal Status Verification: The U.S. Government must describe steps taken to assess whether Costa Rica would provide deportees with legal immigration status and humane treatment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_353
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2025-07-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Costa Rica's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_353.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory Report: The Secretary of State must provide Congress with detailed information on Costa Rica's human rights practices within 30 days.
  • Protection of Deportees: The report focuses on the treatment of non-citizens removed from the U.S. to Costa Rica, including risks of arbitrary arrest, torture, and trafficking.
  • US Aid Scrutiny: Assessment of whether U.S. security assistance to Costa Rica could be used to support activities related to the unlawful detention or torture of removed individuals.
  • Legal Status Verification: The U.S. Government must describe steps taken to assess whether Costa Rica would provide deportees with legal immigration status and humane treatment.
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 Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA].

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 2025-12-31.

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