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

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 911

Bill 118 HRES 911, also known as the resolution commending María Corina Machado as Venezuela's legitimate presidential opposition candidate, was introduced in the US Congress on September 11, 2021. The resolution recognizes Machado's leadership and dedication to promoting democracy and human rights in Venezuela.

María Corina Machado is a prominent Venezuelan politician and activist who has been a vocal critic of the authoritarian regime of President Nicolás Maduro. She has been a strong advocate for free and fair elections in Venezuela and has worked tirelessly to expose the human rights abuses and corruption of the Maduro government.

The resolution highlights Machado's courage and resilience in the face of threats and intimidation from the Maduro regime. It also calls on the international community to support her and other opposition leaders in their efforts to restore democracy and the rule of law in Venezuela. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 911 is a bipartisan effort to show solidarity with María Corina Machado and the Venezuelan people in their struggle for freedom and democracy. It sends a clear message that the United States stands with those who are fighting for a better future for Venezuela.

Congressional Summary of HRES 911

This resolution commends Maria Corina Machado as the official presidential opposition candidate in Venezuela.

The resolution also (1) condemns efforts by the Maduro regime to prevent from participating in Venezuela's 2024 presidential election, (2) rejects the Maduro regime’s efforts to carry out fraudulent presidential elections, (3) demands the Maduro regime permit reputable election observers to observe the election, and (4) urges the President to strengthen and reimpose sanctions because certain negotiated conditions have not been met.

Current Status of Bill HRES 911

Bill HRES 911 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 5, 2023. Bill HRES 911 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 5, 2023.  Bill HRES 911's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of December 5, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 911

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 911

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 911

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