Honoring the life and legacy of Father Stan, a prominent human rights activist who died while in custody of the Indian state on July 5, 2021, and encouraging India to pursue an independent investigation into his arrest, incarceration, and death.

This measure honors Father Stan, a human rights activist who died while in Indian custody on July 5, 2021, and calls on India to carry out an independent investigation into his arrest, jailing, and death . It is a formal statement of concern and support for human rights, not a change to U.S. law or funding .

• It signals that Congress is watching this case and encourages transparency and accountability abroad .

Key points

• Who is affected: Families and communities seeking answers about Father Stan’s death; human rights advocates; Indian officials urged to act .
• What changes: No direct legal changes in the U.S.; it urges an independent investigation in India .
• When: Takes effect as a statement once adopted; it asks for action going forward, not on a set date .