Bill · S.Res. 876· Senate(119-SRES-876)
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Sierra Leone's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
- Introduced
- 9/23/2026
- Last activity
- 9/23/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4938)
- 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 on the human rights practices of the Republic of Sierra Leone. The Senate requests this information not later than 30 days after the adoption of the resolution. The report must be submitted to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. It focuses heavily on how non-citizens of Sierra Leone removed from the United States are treated by the Sierra Leone government. The document also requires information on United States security assistance and government actions regarding these individuals.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6
The measure mandates that the Department of State submit a comprehensive report on human rights practices and removals involving Sierra Leone.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+5
The resolution seeks accountability and safeguards for non-citizens removed from the United States to Sierra Leone.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+4
The resolution calls for information on due process rights and adherence to court orders regarding non-citizens removed from the United States.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 1(b)(1): This provision requests credible information concerning alleged human rights violations in Sierra Leone, which could bring transparency and accountability regarding the treatment of individuals removed there by the United States.
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Section 1(b)(2)(D): This provision asks for a description of steps taken by the United States to assess how non-citizens would be treated prior to removal, including individualized assessments to determine if they might face persecution, torture, or harm.
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Section 1(b)(3)(D): This provision requires a description of actions the United States Government is taking to ensure the return of non-citizens removed to Sierra Leone who are covered by United States court orders regarding their return.
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Section 1(b)(3)(I): This provision calls for a description of actions the United States Government is taking to facilitate the release or return of people wrongfully removed to Sierra Leone.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain explicit provisions outlining potential negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
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 Government Transparency+6Improves Due Process+4Increases Federal Power+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+3Improves International Alliances+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+3Improves Pathway To Citizenship+2
- 9/23/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4938)