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Investigation into Guatemala's Human Rights Practices Regarding US Deportees

This resolution asks the US government for a detailed report on how Guatemala treats people sent there from the US. It aims to ensure that deportees are not facing abuse, illegal detention, or human rights violations after leaving the United States.
Key points
Request for a report on human rights violations in Guatemala, including torture and unlawful killings.
Specific focus on the safety and legal status of non-citizens removed from the US to Guatemala.
Assessment of whether US security assistance to Guatemala supports activities harmful to deportees.
Review of financial agreements and transactions between the US and Guatemala regarding the movement of individuals.
Verification of protections for individuals to ensure they are not sent to countries where they face persecution.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_636
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2026-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Guatemala'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_636.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Request for a report on human rights violations in Guatemala, including torture and unlawful killings.
  • Specific focus on the safety and legal status of non-citizens removed from the US to Guatemala.
  • Assessment of whether US security assistance to Guatemala supports activities harmful to deportees.
  • Review of financial agreements and transactions between the US and Guatemala regarding the movement of individuals.
  • Verification of protections for individuals to ensure they are not sent to countries where they face persecution.
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: Submitted in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-12.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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