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SENATES.Res. 829· 119th Congress

U.S. Backs Free Elections in Venezuela

A resolution reaffirming the policy of the United States to support a peaceful democratic transition in Venezuela through free and fair elections.

Sponsor
Ted Cruz (R-TX)
Introduced
Aug 4, 2026
Last Action
Aug 4, 2026
Passage
35%
Introduced
Aug 4, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Senate resolution affirms U.S. policy supporting democratic transition in Venezuela through free and fair elections.
  • Does not create new law or funding — expresses congressional intent on Venezuela policy.
  • Backed by 6 cosponsors; currently at Foreign Relations Committee stage.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Signals U.S. diplomatic stance on Venezuela to international partners and opposition groups seeking democratic change.
  • Nonbinding resolution; mainly symbolic but can influence executive branch approach and foreign policy messaging.
  • Affects Americans with ties to Venezuela and U.S. relations with Latin American governments.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Referred to Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Aug. 4, 2026 — no floor vote scheduled yet.
  • Committee must debate and vote before it can advance; detailed text not yet published publicly.
  • Contact your senator to support or oppose if Venezuela policy matters to you.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Aug 4, 2026Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4436)
  • Aug 4, 2026Submitted in Senate