A bill to require the Secretary of State to develop a strategy for supporting free and fair elections in Venezuela, to impose sanctions on individuals who are complicit in gross violations of internationally recognized human rights in Venezuela, and for other purposes.
Bill Summary
Requires the Secretary of State to develop a plan for supporting fair elections in Venezuela and imposes sanctions on individuals who violate human rights in the country.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 17, 2026
- Jun 17, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects the Venezuelan government and individuals who commit human rights violations, by potentially restricting their access to US resources and imposing penalties, and also impacts the Venezuelan people by aiming to support free and fair elections.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Bill Details
- Economy
- Military
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