Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR511

Introduced
12/18/23  

Caption

A resolution reinforcing the United States-Senegal relationship and urging the Government of Senegal to conduct free, fair, transparent, and inclusive elections on February 25, 2024.

Impact

The resolution aims to reinforce the diplomatic relationship between the United States and Senegal, recognizing Senegal's status as a leader in the West African region for democratic advocacy. It underscores the necessity for international scrutiny and support in the electoral process to ensure that elections are not marred by violence or malfeasance. By urging accountability for those who undermine electoral integrity, the resolution seeks to foster confidence in the democratic process, which could have significant implications for the region’s stability.

Summary

Senate Resolution 511 emphasizes the United States' commitment to democracy in Senegal, particularly in light of the upcoming elections scheduled for February 25, 2024. The resolution encourages the Senegalese government to conduct free, fair, transparent, and inclusive electoral processes. This is particularly pertinent given Senegal's historical context, which includes a legacy of political stability and democratic governance, yet also recent challenges to these ideals, as highlighted by events surrounding the 2022 legislative elections and the treatment of opposition parties and civil society organizations.

Contention

Notably, the resolution highlights several contentious issues, including the government’s previous actions against opposition leaders and civil society, which have drawn international condemnation. The resolution calls for the release of those detained for exercising their rights and urges respect for human rights, including freedom of assembly and expression. These points are crucial as they touch on the broader theme of government accountability and civil rights in Senegal, which remains a point of contention among various political factions and civil society advocates.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US SR36

A resolution reinforcing the United States-Nigeria relationship and urging the Government of Nigeria to conduct free, fair, transparent, and inclusive elections in 2023.

US SR688

A resolution recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in combating the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2024.

US SR700

A resolution supporting the efforts of the United States and international partners to facilitate a security environment that is conducive to holding free and fair elections in Haiti and promoting a durable return to democratic governance.

US SR114

A resolution urging the Government of Thailand to protect and uphold democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and freedom of expression, and for other purposes.

US SR424

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Government engage the Government of India to seek a swift end to the persecution of, and violence against, religious minorities and human rights defenders in India and a reversal of government policies that discriminate against Muslims and Christians on the basis of their respective faiths.

US SR704

A resolution recognizing the strategic importance of Kenya to the United States and celebrating the 60-year anniversary of United States-Kenya relations.

US SR191

A resolution recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in combating the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2023.

US HR1192

Recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in countering the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2024.

US HR369

Supporting the United States-Thailand alliance and urging the Government of Thailand to protect and uphold democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and freedom of expression ahead of the 2023 general elections in Thailand, and for other purposes.

US SR333

A resolution designating 2024 as the Year of Democracy as a time to reflect on the contributions of the system of Government of the United States to a more free and stable world.

Similar Bills

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