A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Panama's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
United States119th CongressSRES-354Senate
Updated: Jul 31, 2025
Summary
This resolution requests the Secretary of State to submit a comprehensive statement to Congress within 30 days, pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. The statement, prepared with State Department human rights and legal experts, must detail the Republic of Panama's human rights practices. It specifically seeks all credible information on alleged violations by the Government of Panama, including arbitrary arrest, detention, torture, and due process infringements , particularly concerning non-Panamanian citizens removed to Panama by the United States Government. The resolution also requires details on U.S. efforts to promote human rights, pre-removal assessments of these individuals, and the potential use of U.S. security assistance in related activities. Furthermore, it mandates information on detention center conditions, U.S. actions to ensure compliance with court orders for return, and any agreements or assurances regarding the treatment and potential further transfer of these removed individuals.
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Timeline
Introduced in Senate
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5005: 1)
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