Bill · H.R. 6980· House(119-HR-6980)
NOVA Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 1/8/2026
- Last activity
- 1/8/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Raja Krishnamoorthi
- Cosponsors
- - 9 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "No Occupation of Venezuela Act of 2026," aims to restrict how Federal money is used regarding Venezuela. It prohibits the use of Federal funds to support any United States assertion of possession, supervision, jurisdiction, control, or sovereignty over Venezuelan territory or resources. This includes a ban on using funds for the deployment of the United States Armed Forces in Venezuela. However, the bill allows for certain exceptions regarding the acquisition or use of property for diplomatic or consular purposes. It also ensures that property owned by the United States prior to January 1, 2026, is not affected. Finally, the prohibition does not impact the availability of funds for emergency humanitarian aid.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
The bill facilitates diplomatic engagement by allowing the President to acquire property for diplomatic or consular establishments in Venezuela.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+1
The bill prohibits using federal funds for the deployment of the United States Armed Forces in Venezuela.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+1
The bill ensures that the prohibition on funds does not affect the availability of federal funds for emergency humanitarian aid.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Humanitarian Aid: The bill includes a rule of construction that ensures the prohibition on funds does not affect the availability of Federal funds for providing emergency humanitarian aid. (Section 2(d))
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Diplomatic Infrastructure: The President has the authority to acquire property in Venezuela, with the approval of the Venezuelan government, to establish diplomatic or consular establishments. This could allow for the creation of official United States diplomatic presences. (Section 2(b)(1))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restrictions on Jurisdiction and Control: The bill prohibits the use of Federal funds to support any United States assertion of jurisdiction, control, or sovereignty over the territory or resources of Venezuela. (Section 2(a))
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Military Restrictions: The bill prohibits the use of Federal funds for the deployment of the United States Armed Forces in Venezuela. (Section 2(a))
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Reduces Military Spending+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+1
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending+1
- 1/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/13/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 1/9/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 1/8/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Yassamin AnsariDemocrat · Arizona
Joaquin CastroDemocrat · Texas
Lloyd DoggettDemocrat · Texas
Valerie FousheeDemocrat · North Carolina
Pramila JayapalDemocrat · Washington
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Jill TokudaDemocrat · Hawaii