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S.Res. 886

ResolutionFederalSenateIn Committee
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Liberia's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
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Latest Action · September 23, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Introduced
September 23, 2026
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This resolution directs the Secretary of State to provide Congress with a detailed report on Liberia's human rights practices within 30 days, with particular focus on how the Liberian government treats foreign nationals who have been removed there by the United States. The report must cover alleged human rights violations including torture, unlawful detention, forced disappearances, human trafficking, and extrajudicial killings, as well as the legal status and protections afforded to non-citizens sent to Liberia by the U.S. government. The Secretary of State must also describe what steps the United States has taken to promote human rights in Liberia, assess whether U.S. security assistance could be misused, and provide information about any individuals removed to Liberia in 2025 and 2026, including any agreements or assurances made before their removal. The resolution reflects congressional concern about the treatment of individuals the U.S. has sent to Liberia and seeks to ensure the government complies with human rights standards and relevant U.S. court orders regarding individuals' return.

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