That the Senate—
recognizes the urgent need to restore peace and security and alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Haiti as part of an overarching strategy—
to promote a return to democratic governance in the country; and
to ensure that Haitians enjoy their right to liberty and security of person;
supports a MSS mission, as authorized by the United Nations Security Council on October 2, 2023, which adequately—
complies with international law, including international human rights law, as applicable;
takes all necessary steps to protect civilians and respect the rule of law;
maintains the popular support of the Haitian people;
consults with and incorporates feedback from impacted populations, with attention to vulnerable communities, including women, children, and the economically disadvantaged; and
is bound by strict time constraints and is subject to oversight and renewal by the United Nations Security Council in specified increments;
applauds the assistance and other support the Department of State and the Department of Defense have provided to secure intelligence, airlift, communications, and medical support for the MSS mission;
commends the support offered to-date by CARICOM and international partners, including Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, Bangladesh, Benin, Chad, Guyana, and Jamaica, which is necessary to operationalize the MSS mission;
calls on other members of the international community to pledge financial assistance, logistical and operational support, and personnel to the MSS mission to the greatest extent possible;
endorses international election monitoring in Haiti in support of free and fair elections; and
encourages additional assistance from the United States and the international community to address Haiti’s humanitarian needs, including through additional contributions to the United Nations Humanitarian Appeal for fiscal year 2024 and for subsequent fiscal years.