Bill · H.Res. 998· House(119-HRES-998)
Commending President Trump, his administration, and the brave men and women of the Armed Forces, Intelligence Community, and Justice Department for the remarkable success of "Operation Absolute Resolve".
- Introduced
- 1/14/2026
- Last activity
- 1/14/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, Intelligence (Permanent Select), and the Judiciary, 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
- Carlos Gimenez
- Cosponsors
- - 33 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution commends President Trump and various government agencies for the success of "Operation Absolute Resolve." The operation involved apprehending Nicolas Maduro and dismantling the command structure of the Cartel de los Soles. The text describes Maduro as a fugitive charged with narcoterrorism and conspiracy to import cocaine. It further alleges that the Maduro regime dismantled democratic institutions and used drug trafficking to fuel the American overdose epidemic. Finally, the resolution expresses support for a transition to free and fair elections in Venezuela.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths?+8
The resolution seeks to dismantle the drug trafficking operations that the text states contribute to the American drug overdose epidemic.
Does this tighten control of the border?+5
The operation aims to combat the weaponized migration and narcotics flow used by the Maduro regime to target the United States.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+4
Reducing the flow of narcotics aims to mitigate the overdose epidemic that impacts many communities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Safety of the American Homeland: The resolution states that the mission aims to ensure the safety of the American homeland from the threat of state-sponsored narcoterrorism. (Resolution Section 3)
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Combating the Drug Overdose Epidemic: Dismantling the Maduro regime is identified as a national security imperative to stop the flow of drugs that contribute to tens of thousands of American deaths annually. (Resolution Section 5 and Whereas clauses)
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Restoration of Democracy in Venezuela: The resolution stands in solidarity with the Venezuelan people and supports a transition to free and fair elections to restore democratic institutions. (Resolution Section 6)
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.
- Healthcare
- Improves Opioid Crisis Response+8
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+4Good For Urban Residents+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+3
- 3/5/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/15/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 1/14/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, Intelligence (Permanent Select), and the Judiciary, 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.
- 29 Cosponsors added.
Mark AlfordRepublican · Missouri
Mike BostRepublican · Illinois
John CarterRepublican · Texas
Eric CrawfordRepublican · Arkansas
Earl CarterRepublican · Georgia
Mike CollinsRepublican · Georgia
Jeff CrankRepublican · Colorado
Byron DonaldsRepublican · Florida
Brad FinstadRepublican · Minnesota
Randy FineRepublican · Florida
Michael GuestRepublican · Mississippi
Tony GonzalesRepublican · Texas
Wesley HuntRepublican · Texas
Mike HaridopolosRepublican · Florida
Jennifer KiggansRepublican · Virginia
Barry MooreRepublican · Alabama
Tim MooreRepublican · North Carolina
John McGuireRepublican · Virginia
Burgess OwensRepublican · Utah
Robert OnderRepublican · Missouri
August PflugerRepublican · Texas
Gary PalmerRepublican · Alabama
John RutherfordRepublican · Florida
John RoseRepublican · Tennessee
Michael RulliRepublican · Ohio
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida
Christopher SmithRepublican · New Jersey
Pete StauberRepublican · Minnesota
Derek SchmidtRepublican · Kansas
Claudia TenneyRepublican · New York
William TimmonsRepublican · South Carolina
Joe WilsonRepublican · South Carolina
Daniel WebsterRepublican · Florida