DemocratBill · S.Res. 881· Senate(119-SRES-881)

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

Rep. Kaine
Age: 68 years
Virginia
Introduced
9/23/2026
Last activity
9/23/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4941-4942)
Sponsored by
Timothy Kaine
Cosponsors
None
International Affairs
  1. Introduced
  2. 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 requests that the Secretary of State submit a detailed statement regarding the human rights practices of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The statement must be delivered to specific congressional committees no later than 30 days after the resolution is adopted. It focuses heavily on information concerning human rights violations, particularly regarding non-citizens removed to the Democratic Republic of the Congo by the United States Government. The document also asks for a description of steps taken by the United States Government to promote human rights and assess treatment conditions. Additionally, it requires information on agreements, financial transactions, and specific details regarding individuals sent to the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2025 and 2026.

Yes· 3 of 7

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5

    The resolution mandates that the Secretary of State submit a comprehensive statement on human rights practices and related agreements to congressional committees within 30 days.

  • Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+4

    The resolution requests detailed reporting on due process violations and actions taken to ensure compliance with court orders regarding removed non-citizens.

  • Would immigrants be better off under this?+4

    The resolution focuses heavily on investigating human rights abuses, detention conditions, and actions to protect non-citizens removed to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.