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

USA119th CongressSRES-637| Senate 
| Updated: 3/10/2026
Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Foreign Relations Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This Senate resolution mandates the Secretary of State to provide a comprehensive statement on Cameroon's human rights practices to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs within 30 days. This statement, prepared in collaboration with the Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, must detail all available credible information regarding alleged violations by the Government of Cameroon. Key areas of inquiry include arbitrary arrest, detention, torture, enforced disappearances, unlawful killings, and trafficking in persons . A significant focus is placed on the treatment of individuals who are not Cameroonian citizens but have been removed to Cameroon by the United States Government , including their due process rights and legal status. The resolution also requires a description of steps the United States Government has taken to promote human rights in Cameroon, discourage inimical practices, and disassociate U.S. security assistance from abuses. Furthermore, it seeks information on how the U.S. assesses the treatment of individuals prior to their removal to Cameroon, ensuring humane treatment and legal status. Additional requested information includes an assessment of whether U.S. security assistance could be used in activities related to the rendition or detention of removed individuals. The Secretary must also report on conditions in Cameroonian detention centers, U.S. actions to ensure compliance with court orders for return, and efforts to mitigate risks of detention or torture for those removed. Finally, the resolution seeks details on agreements, financial transactions, and assurances regarding the treatment and potential further transfer of individuals removed to Cameroon by the U.S. in 2025 and 2026.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-540
A resolution requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-504
A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Mar 10, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Mar 10, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S965-966)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-540
    A resolution requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-504
    A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.


  • March 10, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • March 10, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S965-966)

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

USA119th CongressSRES-637| Senate 
| Updated: 3/10/2026
This Senate resolution mandates the Secretary of State to provide a comprehensive statement on Cameroon's human rights practices to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs within 30 days. This statement, prepared in collaboration with the Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, must detail all available credible information regarding alleged violations by the Government of Cameroon. Key areas of inquiry include arbitrary arrest, detention, torture, enforced disappearances, unlawful killings, and trafficking in persons . A significant focus is placed on the treatment of individuals who are not Cameroonian citizens but have been removed to Cameroon by the United States Government , including their due process rights and legal status. The resolution also requires a description of steps the United States Government has taken to promote human rights in Cameroon, discourage inimical practices, and disassociate U.S. security assistance from abuses. Furthermore, it seeks information on how the U.S. assesses the treatment of individuals prior to their removal to Cameroon, ensuring humane treatment and legal status. Additional requested information includes an assessment of whether U.S. security assistance could be used in activities related to the rendition or detention of removed individuals. The Secretary must also report on conditions in Cameroonian detention centers, U.S. actions to ensure compliance with court orders for return, and efforts to mitigate risks of detention or torture for those removed. Finally, the resolution seeks details on agreements, financial transactions, and assurances regarding the treatment and potential further transfer of individuals removed to Cameroon by the U.S. in 2025 and 2026.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-540
A resolution requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-504
A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Mar 10, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Mar 10, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S965-966)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-540
    A resolution requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-504
    A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.


  • March 10, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • March 10, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S965-966)
Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Foreign Relations Committee

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