To impose sanctions with respect to the regime of President Nayib Bukele in El Salvador, and for other purposes.

House Bill

H.R. 6878

119th Congress

To impose sanctions with respect to the regime of President Nayib Bukele in El Salvador, and for other purposes.

In Committee

Introduced:Dec 18, 2025

Primary Sponsor

James McGovern

D - MA

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

The El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025 would establish accountability measures concerning U.S. relations with El Salvador, likely addressing concerns about democratic governance, human rights, or corruption. The bill involves multiple policy areas including foreign aid, immigration policy, and financial oversight, reflecting the complex relationship between the two countries. It aims to ensure U.S. taxpayer dollars and policies align with American values and interests in the region.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Introduced12/18/2025

StatusReferred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, an

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Vote Prediction

To impose sanctions with respect to the regime of President Nayib Bukele in El Salvador, and for other purposes.

The El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025 would establish accountability measures concerning U.S. relations with El Salvador, likely addressing concerns about democratic governance, human rights, or corruption. The bill involves multiple policy areas includin

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The El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025 would establish accountability measures concerning U.S. relations with El Salvador, likely addressing concerns about democratic governance, human rights, or corruption. The bill involves multiple policy areas including foreign aid, immigration policy, and financial oversight, reflecting the complex relationship between the two countries. It aims to ensure U.S. taxpayer dollars and policies align with American values and interests in the region.

Bill Number: 6878
Introduced: 12/18/2025
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, an
Policy Area: International Affairs

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Fact Sheet

Title: To impose sanctions with respect to the regime of President Nayib Bukele in El Salvador, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 6878
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, an
Introduced: 12/18/2025
Summary: The El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025 would establish accountability measures concerning U.S. relations with El Salvador, likely addressing concerns about democratic governance, human rights, or corruption. The bill involves multiple policy areas including foreign aid, immigration policy, and f

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025 would establish accountability measures concerning U.S. relations with El Salvador, likely addressing concerns about democratic governance, human rights, or corruption. The bill involves multiple policy areas including foreign aid, immigration policy, and financial oversight, reflecting the complex relationship between the two countries. It aims to ensure U.S. taxpayer dollars and policies align with American values and interests in the region.

Last updated: 3/2/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes oversight mechanisms for U.S. engagement with El Salvador across foreign aid, immigration, and financial policy
Involves three major congressional committees (Foreign Affairs, Judiciary, and Financial Services), indicating comprehensive scope affecting multiple policy areas
Could impact conditions for foreign assistance, visa policies, or financial transactions related to El Salvador
Responds to ongoing concerns about governance and human rights situations in El Salvador under current leadership
May affect Salvadoran-American communities and U.S. immigration policy toward asylum seekers and migrants from the region

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily affect U.S.-El Salvador diplomatic relations, potentially influencing the approximately 2.5 million Salvadoran-Americans and their families. It could change conditions for foreign aid distribution, affect immigration and asylum policies for Salvadorans seeking to enter the U.S., and establish new reporting requirements or restrictions on financial dealings. The legislation may also impact American businesses and organizations operating in or with El Salvador.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

6878, 119th Congress (2025). "To impose sanctions with respect to the regime of President Nayib Bukele in El Salvador, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-6878