SRES 518 · 118th Congress · International Affairs

A resolution expressing solidarity with the people of Guatemala and urging the Government of Guatemala to permit a peaceful transfer of power to President-elect Bernardo Arevalo.

Introduced 2024-01-10· Sponsored by Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Committee
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S75-76)(2024-01-10)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] This resolution applauds the people of Guatemala for participating in a free and fair presidential election on August 20, 2023. The resolution also (1) expresses concern with the actions of Guatemala's Attorney General and Public Ministry in attacking President-elect Bernardo Arevalo's coalition, and (2) urges Guatemala to prioritize and work actively for a peaceful transfer of power. Additionally, it calls on certain U.S. federal departments and agencies to prepare for the possibility that a peaceful transfer of power does not occur.…

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Cosponsors (5)

5 Democrats