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

3/14/2024, 7:19 AM

This resolution requests that the Department of State provide Congress with information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices.

The resolution also requests a description of the steps the United States has taken to promote human rights in Saudi Arabia and an assessment of circumstances that necessitate continuation of security assistance to Saudi Arabia. It also requests certain other items of information, including, for example, an assessment of the likelihood of Saudi Arabia using U.S. security assistance in the war in Yemen.

Bill 118 S.Res. 109 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that calls for the US government to request information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices. This resolution is in accordance with section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, which requires the US government to monitor and report on the human rights practices of countries receiving foreign assistance.

The resolution specifically focuses on Saudi Arabia, a key US ally in the Middle East. The resolution aims to gather information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices, including any violations or abuses that may be occurring within the country. This information will be used to assess the impact of US foreign assistance on human rights in Saudi Arabia and to determine if any changes or adjustments need to be made to US policy towards the country.

The resolution highlights the importance of promoting and protecting human rights around the world, including in countries like Saudi Arabia. By requesting information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices, the US government can better understand the situation on the ground and work towards improving human rights conditions in the country. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 109 is a non-partisan effort to gather important information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices and ensure that US foreign assistance is being used in a way that promotes and protects human rights.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 109

Introduced on
2023-03-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/15/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution requests that the Department of State provide Congress with information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices.

The resolution also requests a description of the steps the United States has taken to promote human rights in Saudi Arabia and an assessment of circumstances that necessitate continuation of security assistance to Saudi Arabia. It also requests certain other items of information, including, for example, an assessment of the likelihood of Saudi Arabia using U.S. security assistance in the war in Yemen.

Bill 118 S.Res. 109 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that calls for the US government to request information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices. This resolution is in accordance with section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, which requires the US government to monitor and report on the human rights practices of countries receiving foreign assistance.

The resolution specifically focuses on Saudi Arabia, a key US ally in the Middle East. The resolution aims to gather information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices, including any violations or abuses that may be occurring within the country. This information will be used to assess the impact of US foreign assistance on human rights in Saudi Arabia and to determine if any changes or adjustments need to be made to US policy towards the country.

The resolution highlights the importance of promoting and protecting human rights around the world, including in countries like Saudi Arabia. By requesting information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices, the US government can better understand the situation on the ground and work towards improving human rights conditions in the country. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 109 is a non-partisan effort to gather important information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices and ensure that US foreign assistance is being used in a way that promotes and protects human rights.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution requesting information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary11/14/2023

This resolution requests that the Department of State provide Congress with information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices.

The resolutio...


Latest Action3/15/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S804-805)