OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
AFFECT Human Rights in Venezuela Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8813.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2022-09-13.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The U.S. will seek to extend the mandate of the UN fact-finding mission on human rights in Venezuela until October 2024.
- The act directs the U.S. to support the UN investigative mission, including technical assistance and encouraging other nations' support.
- The U.S. President is authorized to urge the UN for further action regarding political prisoners and humanitarian aid in Venezuela.
- Reports from the fact-finding mission will be considered in shaping U.S. foreign policy towards Venezuela.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Expired.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-8].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.