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

Summary of Bill SRES 109

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.

Congressional Summary of SRES 109

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.

Current Status of Bill SRES 109

Bill SRES 109 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2023. Bill SRES 109 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 15, 2023.  Bill SRES 109's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S804-805) as of March 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 109

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 109

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 109

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