S.Res. 518 · 118th Congress · Senate

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.

Active· Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S75-76)
Introduced
Jan 10, 24
Passed Senate
Pending
Passed House
Pending
Sent to President
Pending
Signed into Law
Pending

Executive Summary

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.

Action Timeline

2
  1. JAN 10, 2024IntroReferral

    Introduced in Senate

  2. JAN 10, 2024IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S75-76)

    75Yea
    76Nay
    0NV

Committees

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Foreign Relations Committee

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Referred: Jan 10, 2024

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