Bill · S.Res. 877· Senate(119-SRES-877)
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Uganda'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 S4939)
- 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 Uganda's human rights practices. The Senate wants this information delivered to specific congressional committees no later than 30 days after the resolution is adopted. The requested report focuses heavily on human rights concerns regarding non-citizens who have been removed from the United States to Uganda. It also requires information on steps taken by the U.S. government to promote human rights and assess safety conditions. Additionally, the bill asks for details regarding any financial transactions, agreements, and the treatment of individuals sent to Uganda in 2025 and 2026.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6
The resolution requires the Secretary of State to provide a comprehensive statement on foreign human rights practices to congressional committees.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+5
The resolution seeks to investigate and protect non-citizens who have been removed from the United States to Uganda.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+3
The resolution requests detailed reporting and transparency on foreign relations and human rights practices regarding Uganda.
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(a) requires the Secretary of State to submit a comprehensive statement on Uganda's human rights practices within 30 days, which promotes government transparency and accountability for elected officials.
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Section 1(b)(1) requests all available credible information concerning alleged human rights violations in Uganda, including torture, arbitrary detention, disappearances, and human trafficking, specifically looking out for non-citizens removed there by the United States.
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Section 1(b)(2) asks for a description of U.S. steps taken to assess how removed non-citizens would be treated prior to removal, including individualized assessments to check for risks of persecution or torture, which helps protect vulnerable people from harm.
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Section 1(b)(3)(D) and Section 1(b)(3)(I) require descriptions of U.S. actions being taken to ensure the return of non-citizens in compliance with court orders and to facilitate the release or return of people wrongfully removed to Uganda.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or harms 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 Government Transparency+6
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Pathway To Citizenship+3
- 9/23/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4939)