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A resolution requesting information on the United Mexican States' human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

USA119th CongressSRES-356| Senate 
| Updated: 7/31/2025
Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Cosponsors (1)
Peter Welch (Democratic)

Foreign Relations Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution requests the Secretary of State to submit a comprehensive statement to Congress regarding the human rights practices of the United Mexican States. Mandated by section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, this report is due within 30 days of the resolution's adoption. Its primary focus is on the treatment of individuals who are not Mexican citizens but have been removed to Mexico by the United States Government, aiming to provide transparency on their conditions. The statement must include all available credible information concerning alleged human rights violations by the Government of Mexico, specifically impacting these removed non-citizens. This encompasses issues such as arbitrary arrest, detention, torture, enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and violations of due process rights . Additionally, the report should detail any instances of trafficking in persons , including forced or slave labor, affecting these vulnerable individuals. Furthermore, the resolution requires a description of steps the United States Government has taken to promote human rights in Mexico and to discourage practices inimical to internationally recognized human rights. It also seeks information on how the U.S. assesses the conditions and treatment of individuals *prior to their removal* to Mexico, including individualized assessments for potential persecution or harm. This includes ensuring that Mexico would provide legal immigration status and humane treatment to those wishing to remain. Finally, the report must assess the likelihood that U.S. security assistance could be used in activities related to the rendition, trafficking, or detention of removed individuals. It also requests details on U.S. actions to ensure compliance with court orders for return, address risks of torture or disappearance, and protect individuals under U.S. jurisdiction from unlawful removal. The resolution also seeks information on any agreements, financial transactions, or assurances regarding the treatment and potential further transfer of these individuals.
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Timeline
Jul 31, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jul 31, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5006-5007: 2)
Jul 31, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5006)
  • July 31, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 31, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5006-5007: 2)


  • July 31, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5006)

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A resolution requesting information on the United Mexican States' human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

USA119th CongressSRES-356| Senate 
| Updated: 7/31/2025
This resolution requests the Secretary of State to submit a comprehensive statement to Congress regarding the human rights practices of the United Mexican States. Mandated by section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, this report is due within 30 days of the resolution's adoption. Its primary focus is on the treatment of individuals who are not Mexican citizens but have been removed to Mexico by the United States Government, aiming to provide transparency on their conditions. The statement must include all available credible information concerning alleged human rights violations by the Government of Mexico, specifically impacting these removed non-citizens. This encompasses issues such as arbitrary arrest, detention, torture, enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and violations of due process rights . Additionally, the report should detail any instances of trafficking in persons , including forced or slave labor, affecting these vulnerable individuals. Furthermore, the resolution requires a description of steps the United States Government has taken to promote human rights in Mexico and to discourage practices inimical to internationally recognized human rights. It also seeks information on how the U.S. assesses the conditions and treatment of individuals *prior to their removal* to Mexico, including individualized assessments for potential persecution or harm. This includes ensuring that Mexico would provide legal immigration status and humane treatment to those wishing to remain. Finally, the report must assess the likelihood that U.S. security assistance could be used in activities related to the rendition, trafficking, or detention of removed individuals. It also requests details on U.S. actions to ensure compliance with court orders for return, address risks of torture or disappearance, and protect individuals under U.S. jurisdiction from unlawful removal. The resolution also seeks information on any agreements, financial transactions, or assurances regarding the treatment and potential further transfer of these individuals.
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Timeline
Jul 31, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jul 31, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5006-5007: 2)
Jul 31, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5006)
  • July 31, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 31, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5006-5007: 2)


  • July 31, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5006)
Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Cosponsors (1)
Peter Welch (Democratic)

Foreign Relations Committee

International Affairs

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted