Bill · H.R. 7674· House(119-HR-7674)
Venezuela Democratic Transition Strategy Act
- Introduced
- 2/25/2026
- Last activity
- 3/26/2026 — Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 41 - 5.
- Sponsored by
- Jared Moskowitz
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Venezuela Democratic Transition Strategy Act," directs the Secretary of State to create a plan for a democratic transition in Venezuela. The Secretary must submit this comprehensive strategy to specific congressional committees within 180 days. The strategy is required to cover diplomatic efforts, the release of detained individuals, and curbing foreign authoritarian influence. It also includes plans for using foreign assistance to help the Venezuelan people and support civil society. Additionally, the Secretary must provide annual progress reports and consult with Congress on a semi-annual basis.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+5
The bill directs the creation of a plan for using United States foreign assistance to support the Venezuelan people.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
The bill mandates a description of United States diplomatic efforts to support a democratic transition in Venezuela.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
The strategy requires coordination with international partners to facilitate the release of detained individuals.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Release of Detainees: The bill requires a plan to prioritize the release of people arbitrarily detained in Venezuela through diplomatic engagement and coordination with international partners (Section 2(a)(1)(B)).
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Support for the Venezuelan People: The strategy includes a plan for using foreign assistance to provide humanitarian assistance, democracy and governance programming, and efforts to strengthen access to basic services (Section 2(a)(1)(D)).
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Support for Civil Society: The act aims to support Venezuelan civil society, which includes independent media, human rights defenders, independent journalists, and other nongovernmental actors (Section 2(a)(1)(E)).
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Protection of Rights: The strategy includes efforts to support those working to advance democracy, the rule of law, and accountability for atrocities and gross violations of internationally recognized human rights (Section 2(a)(1)(E)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
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+5Increases Foreign Aid+5Improves International Alliances+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Immigrants+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+2Improves Racial Equity+1
- 3/26/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 41 - 5.
- 2/26/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/25/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Introduced in House
Don BaconRepublican · Nebraska