Bill · S.Res. 635· Senate(119-SRES-635)
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Kosovo's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
- Introduced
- 3/10/2026
- Last activity
- 3/10/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S963-964)
- Sponsored by
- Timothy Kaine
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution asks the Secretary of State to provide a detailed statement regarding the human rights practices of the Republic of Kosovo. The request focuses heavily on how the Government of Kosovo treats individuals who are not citizens of Kosovo but were removed there by the United States Government. It also demands information on the steps taken by the United States to promote human rights and assess treatment conditions prior to any removals. Furthermore, the bill requests assessments on whether U.S. security assistance could support human rights violations or wrongful detentions. The requested statement must be submitted to specific congressional committees within 30 days of the resolution's adoption.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+4
The resolution mandates comprehensive reporting from the State Department to congressional committees regarding human rights practices and government actions.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+4
The bill emphasizes examining due process rights, arbitrary detentions, and compliance with U.S. court orders regarding removed individuals.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+3
The resolution focuses on protecting the rights of non-citizens removed by the U.S. and ensuring compliance with legal standards and due process.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
-
Section 1(b)(1) could benefit people by bringing transparency to alleged human rights violations, such as torture, arbitrary detention, and trafficking of non-citizens removed to Kosovo by the U.S. Government.
-
Section 1(b)(2) may lead to positive outcomes by requiring a description of U.S. steps to assess how Kosovo treats removed individuals, ensuring they receive individualized assessments and legal immigration status if they wish to remain.
-
Section 1(b)(3)(D) and Section 1(b)(3)(I) could positively impact individuals by demanding information on U.S. actions to ensure the return of people wrongfully removed to Kosovo in compliance with U.S. court orders.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific provisions that create negative consequences, burdens, or direct harm for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Due Process+4Improves Government Transparency+4
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+2Improves International Alliances+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Pathway To Citizenship+3
- 3/10/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S963-964)