Affirming the importance of the survival of Garífuna culture and identity, condemning the violent and illegal appropriation of Garífuna territory, urging the Department of State and multilateral development banks to respect the rights of the Garífuna people, and calling on the Government of Honduras to fully comply with the resolutions of multilateral human rights bodies which mandate the return of Garífuna land and territory, and for other purposes.

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Bill 118 HRES 1278, titled "Affirming the importance of the survival of Garífuna culture and identity," addresses the issue of the violent and illegal appropriation of Garífuna territory. The bill condemns these actions and urges the Department of State and multilateral development banks to respect the rights of the Garífuna people. It also calls on the Government of Honduras to fully comply with resolutions from multilateral human rights bodies that mandate the return of Garífuna land and territory.

The bill emphasizes the significance of preserving the Garífuna culture and identity, recognizing the historical and cultural importance of the Garífuna people. It highlights the need to protect their land and territory from illegal appropriation and calls for the government of Honduras to adhere to international human rights standards.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1278 aims to bring attention to the plight of the Garífuna people and to advocate for their rights to be respected and upheld. It calls for action from both the United States government and international organizations to support the Garífuna community and ensure the preservation of their culture and land.