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US Support for Venezuelan Opposition: Recognizing Machado and Urging Sanctions.

This U.S. House of Representatives resolution expresses support for María Corina Machado as Venezuela's legitimate presidential opposition candidate. It urges the U.S. administration to recognize her and to strengthen sanctions against the Maduro regime if conditions for free elections are not met. U.S. citizens may observe their government's active engagement in foreign policy, potentially impacting international relations and regional stability.
Key points
The U.S. House of Representatives officially commends María Corina Machado as Venezuela's chosen opposition candidate.
The resolution condemns the Maduro regime's efforts to prevent Machado from participating in elections and calls for the release of political prisoners.
It urges the U.S. President to strengthen sanctions against Venezuela if elections are not free and fair, and Machado is barred from running.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_911
Sponsor: Rep. Diaz-Balart, Mario [R-FL-26]
Process start date: 2023-12-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Commending María Corina Machado as Venezuela's legitimate presidential opposition candidate.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_911.

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 2023-12-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. House of Representatives officially commends María Corina Machado as Venezuela's chosen opposition candidate.
  • The resolution condemns the Maduro regime's efforts to prevent Machado from participating in elections and calls for the release of political prisoners.
  • It urges the U.S. President to strengthen sanctions against Venezuela if elections are not free and fair, and Machado is barred from running.
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: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Diaz-Balart, Mario [R-FL-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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.

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Foreign Affairs