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.

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Juan Lopez , a Honduran Catholic leader, human rights advocate, and environmental activist who was brutally assassinated one year ago in the Bajo Aguan region. Lopez was a respected community leader who opposed corruption and defended land rights, having previously won the Letelier-Moffitt Human Rights Award and been recognized by the State Department. His murder occurred days after he publicly called for the resignation of a mayor implicated in discussing bribes with drug traffickers, highlighting the dangerous environment for activists in the region. The resolution notes that while some individuals have been charged in Lopez's killing, the masterminds remain unprosecuted, reflecting a broader pattern of violence against land defenders in Honduras. It calls for the establishment of a new commission against corruption and impunity in Honduras, alongside an international commission to provide technical assistance for the investigation into Lopez's murder. Furthermore, it affirms support for environmental and human rights defenders in the Bajo Aguan region and urges the United States Government to increase engagement and support for these communities to ensure their safety and promote justice.