Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution

House Resolution

H.Res. 471

119th Congress

Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution

In Committee

Introduced:Jun 5, 2025

Primary Sponsor

David Scott

Representative

Democratic

GA-13

Cosponsors

5

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Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This resolution urges the U.S. government and its international partners to help Haiti establish a new interim government that represents a wide range of Haitian people and interests. It also calls for stronger action to address the illegal weapons trade and money laundering that are fueling the current crisis in Haiti.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

SponsorDavid Scott (D-GA)

Introduced6/5/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Ethics.

ChamberHouse

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Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution

This resolution urges the U.S. government and its international partners to help Haiti establish a new interim government that represents a wide range of Haitian people and interests. It also calls for stronger action to address the illegal weapons trade and m

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This resolution urges the U.S. government and its international partners to help Haiti establish a new interim government that represents a wide range of Haitian people and interests. It also calls for stronger action to address the illegal weapons trade and money laundering that are fueling the current crisis in Haiti.

Bill Number: 471
Sponsor: David Scott (D-GA)
Introduced: 6/5/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
Policy Area: International Affairs

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Title: Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution
Bill Number: 471
Sponsor: David Scott (D-GA)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
Introduced: 6/5/2025
Summary: This resolution urges the U.S. government and its international partners to help Haiti establish a new interim government that represents a wide range of Haitian people and interests. It also calls for stronger action to address the illegal weapons trade and money laundering that are fueling the cur

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution urges the U.S. government and its international partners to help Haiti establish a new interim government that represents a wide range of Haitian people and interests. It also calls for stronger action to address the illegal weapons trade and money laundering that are fueling the current crisis in Haiti.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution urges the United States and international partners to redouble their efforts to help Haiti achieve a negotiated, Haitian-led path to a broadly representative interim government. The resolution also calls for stronger action from relevant U.S. agencies to address illegal arms trafficking and illicit financial flows that are sustaining the current crisis. </p> <p>The resolution also encourages the Senate to swiftly confirm a new ambassador to Haiti.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Calls for a 'negotiated, Haitian-led path' to a more representative interim government in Haiti
Demands stronger U.S. action to address illegal arms trafficking and illicit financial flows sustaining the crisis
Encourages the Senate to quickly confirm a new U.S. ambassador to Haiti

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this resolution could lead to increased U.S. and international diplomatic and financial pressure to resolve the political and security crisis in Haiti. This could potentially help stabilize the country and improve the lives of Haitian citizens who have been impacted by the ongoing violence and turmoil. The resolution could also strengthen U.S. engagement with Haiti through the appointment of a new ambassador.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

471, 119th Congress (2025). "Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-471

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