Timothy Kaine (D-VA)
A resolution requesting information on the Central African Republic's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
A Democratic resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4942-4943)
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- 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 Central African Republic. The statement must be delivered to specific congressional committees no later than 30 days after the resolution is adopted. It must include credible information regarding alleged human rights violations committed by the Government of the Central African Republic. The request focuses heavily on the treatment of non-citizens who have been removed to the Central African Republic by the United States Government. Additionally, the text requires a description of steps the U.S. government has taken to promote human rights and assess conditions before removals. It also demands information on agreements, financial transactions, and U.S. security assistance related to individuals removed to the Central African Republic in 2025 and 2026.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +5
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The resolution directly mandates that the Secretary of State provide comprehensive reports on human rights practices, agreements, and financial transactions related to foreign removals.
- Scored +4
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?
The text emphasizes evaluating due process rights and compliance with court orders regarding individuals removed by the U.S. government.
- Scored +4
Would immigrants be better off under this?
The resolution seeks to protect non-citizens by investigating potential human rights violations and ensuring compliance with court orders for individuals removed abroad.
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): This provision requires the Secretary of State to submit a human rights statement in collaboration with specific human rights and legal offices, which may lead to greater government transparency and accountability concerning foreign relations.
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Section 1(b)(1): This provision calls for all available credible information regarding alleged human rights violations by the Central African Republic, including torture, arbitrary detention, and trafficking, which brings light to potential abuses against individuals.
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Section 1(b)(2)(D): This provision describes steps for the U.S. government to assess how non-citizens removed to the Central African Republic would be treated, including conducting individualized assessments to determine if a person may face persecution or torture.
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Section 1(b)(3)(D): This provision asks for a description of actions the U.S. government is taking to ensure that the Central African Republic returns non-citizens who were removed there in compliance with U.S. court orders.
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Section 1(b)(3)(I): This provision requests information on actions taken by the U.S. government to facilitate the release or return of non-citizens who were wrongfully removed to the Central African Republic.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or positive outcomes for individuals or groups, as its sole function is to request information and reports from the executive branch.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution directly mandates that the Secretary of State provide comprehensive reports on human rights practices, agreements, and financial transactions related to foreign removals. Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? — The text emphasizes evaluating due process rights and compliance with court orders regarding individuals removed by the U.S. government.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — The resolution promotes diplomatic transparency and accountability by requiring reports on human rights practices and bilateral agreements regarding foreign removals. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — By demanding transparency on human rights and security assistance with the Central African Republic, the measure encourages adherence to international human rights standards in foreign relations.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — The resolution seeks to protect non-citizens by investigating potential human rights violations and ensuring compliance with court orders for individuals removed abroad.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The resolution requests detailed information regarding the treatment, legal status, and potential wrongful removal of non-citizens to the Central African Republic, advocating for oversight on immigrant protections.
- 9/23/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4942-4943)