Bill · S.Res. 582· Senate(119-SRES-582)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of Operation Absolute Resolve.
- Introduced
- 1/13/2026
- Last activity
- 1/13/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S163-164)
- Sponsored by
- John Cornyn
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses the Senate's support for Operation Absolute Resolve. This military and law enforcement operation resulted in the capture of Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on January 3, 2026. The resolution highlights various crimes attributed to the Maduro regime, including drug trafficking and supporting terrorist organizations. It notes that the United States has previously utilized sanctions to target the regime and its supporters. Finally, the resolution commends the administration and the service members involved in the operation.
Yes
Does this tighten control of the border?+5
The operation targets transnational criminal organizations like Tren de Aragua that engage in mass illegal migration.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
The operation involves coordinated efforts between the US military, intelligence, and law enforcement to address regional instability.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Justice for Criminal Charges: The operation aims to bring Nicolas Maduro to justice regarding indictments for narco-terrorism, conspiracy to import cocaine, and possession of machine guns and destructive devices. (Resolution Section 1)
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Support for Freedom: The resolution expresses support for efforts to assist the Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom. (Resolution Section s 3)
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Countering Transnational Crime: The text notes that groups like the Cartel de los Soles and Tren de Aragua have been used to flood the United States with cocaine and commit various crimes. The operation targets those involved in these activities. (Whereas clauses regarding Cartel de los Soles and Tren de Aragua)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts for individuals or groups are explicitly listed within 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.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+3
- 1/14/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/13/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S163-164)
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Kevin CramerRepublican · North Dakota
Ted CruzRepublican · Texas
Rick ScottRepublican · Florida