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 118_HR_4086.
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 2023-06-13.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The U.S. will seek to extend the mandate of the UN mission investigating human rights abuses in Venezuela until the crisis is resolved.
- The act encourages international support for the mission and calls for early warnings of further deterioration of the human rights situation.
- The U.S. President is authorized to urge the UN to take greater action on human rights violations, including the release of political prisoners and humanitarian aid.
- The U.S. government will consider the mission's reports when developing its foreign policy regarding 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. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25].
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 2025-12-25.
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.