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That the House of Representatives— honors the life and legacy of Juan López; grieves with his family and all those who loved him; affirms its support for the establishment of— a new commission against corruption and impunity within the Government of Honduras; and an international commission to provide technical assistance (including scientific assistance) for the investigation into the criminal masterminds behind the murder of Juan López and related judicial proceedings; commends the efforts of the Guapinol water defenders and all those who struggle to protect the land, environment, and communities in the Bajo Aguán region threatened by corrupt interests; affirms its commitment to remembering the enduring legacy of Juan López and ensuring the Honduran people can live without fear of powerful companies and corrupt government officials stealing their land, polluting their rivers, and murdering courageous leaders for peacefully defending natural resources; and calls on the United States Government to— work in solidarity with the people of Honduras to build a more secure, democratic, and prosperous country and expand opportunities for all Hondurans to live safe and fulfilling lives; and increase engagement with, and support for, communities in Honduras on the front lines of defending human rights and democracy for all, to ensure their voices and recommendations inform any United States decision or action related to Honduras.