Bill · H.R. 6083· House(119-HR-6083)
La Comisión de las Ocupaciónes Americanos Act
- Introduced
- 11/18/2025
- Last activity
- 11/18/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Adriano Espaillat
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill creates a commission to study past United States military interventions and occupations in several Western Hemisphere nations during the twentieth century. The commission must document these historical events, examine how they affected native populations, and review any lingering negative impacts on those societies. Additionally, the commission is tasked with recommending ways to educate the public and proposing appropriate remedies, which may include formal apologies and policies to reverse the effects of those past actions. The commission is required to submit a written report of its findings and recommendations to Congress within four years of the act's enactment. Finally, the bill authorizes $20,000,000 to be appropriated to carry out these activities until the commission terminates.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
By studying past interventions and considering formal apologies and reparatory policies, the bill aims to improve diplomatic relations with Western Hemisphere nations.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
The creation of a commission focused on reconciliation and international cooperation fosters constructive diplomatic engagement.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+3
The legislation focuses on historical interventions in Latin America and the Caribbean, promoting recognition and potential reconciliation for affected populations.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-1
The bill authorizes $20,000,000 in federal appropriations to fund the study commission.
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1
The bill increases federal spending by appropriating funds for the establishment and operation of a new commission.
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?-1
Allocating federal funds for a historical study commission adds to government expenditures.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 3(b)(3) directs the commission to recommend appropriate ways to educate the United States public on the commission's findings, which could benefit citizens by providing a transparent and comprehensive historical understanding of past foreign policy decisions.
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Section 3(b)(4)(B) requires the commission to address how the United States Government may offer a formal apology on behalf of the people of the United States for the studied invasions and occupations, potentially providing moral repair and reconciliation for individuals and groups in the affected sovereign nations.
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Section 3(b)(4)(C) mandates that the commission propose appropriate policies, programs, projects, and recommendations to reverse the negative repercussions resulting from past interventions, which could lead to constructive diplomatic and developmental outcomes for the peoples of the nations involved.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Section 3(g)(1) authorizes the appropriation of $20,000,000 of taxpayer funds to carry out the act, which places a direct financial burden on United States citizens to fund the operations and travel expenses of the newly established commission.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Improves International Alliances+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Immigrants+2Good For Students+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Fiscal Responsibility-1Reduces Government Spending-1Reduces National Debt-1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+2
- 11/18/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Introduced in House