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US Senate Backs Venezuelan Opposition Leader and Urges Stronger Sanctions.

The US Senate officially commends María Corina Machado as the legitimate presidential opposition candidate in Venezuela. The resolution urges the President to strengthen sanctions against the Maduro regime due to its failure to ensure free and fair elections. This action signals strong US support for democracy abroad, potentially impacting US foreign policy and economic relations concerning Venezuela.
Key points
The Senate recognizes María Corina Machado as the legitimate opposition candidate for the 2024 Venezuelan presidential election.
The resolution demands the US President strengthen and reimpose economic sanctions on the Venezuelan regime.
The US calls for the immediate release of all political prisoners and internationally supervised, transparent elections.
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Print number: 118_SRES_486
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-12-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution commending Maria 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_SRES_486.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Senate recognizes María Corina Machado as the legitimate opposition candidate for the 2024 Venezuelan presidential election.
  • The resolution demands the US President strengthen and reimpose economic sanctions on the Venezuelan regime.
  • The US calls for the immediate release of all political prisoners and internationally supervised, transparent elections.
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 Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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