U.S. Senate · June 17, 2026
Roll call 179 · 119th Congress, session 2
S.Res. 616 — A resolution requesting information on Honduras's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
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Motion to Discharge Rejected
44 yes 50 no
The Senate said no
Needed a simple majority — more than half of those voting.
What was being voted on
119-SRES-616 — A resolution requesting information on Honduras's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
This resolution requests that the Secretary of State provide specific information regarding human rights practices in Honduras. The requested statement must be submitted to the Senate and House Committees on Foreign Relations within 30 days. It seeks details on alleged human rights violations under former President Juan Orlando Hernandez, including connections to drug trafficking and corruption. Additionally, the resolution asks for a description of steps taken by the United States to promote human rights and bring officials to justice.