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Bill115th CongressFiled Apr 6, 2017International Affairs
H.Res. 259

Expressing concern and condemnation over the political, economic, social, and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela.

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What it doesSummary passed house amended (Dec 7, 2017)

Urges the government of Venezuela to heed the calls of the international community to: (1) hold free, fair, and open elections; (2) release all political prisoners, including U.S. citizens; (3) respect the constitutional rights of the National Assembly; and (4) open a channel for international humanitarian assistance and medicines.

Calls for Organization of American States (OAS) member states to continue: (1) efforts to support the principles of the Inter-American Democratic Charter, regardless of Venezuela's intent to withdraw from the OAS; and (2) calls for the Venezuelan government to hold free and fair elections and release all political prisoners in a timely manner.

Recognizes the leadership of OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro in building a coalition of OAS member states in support of democracy and human rights for the Venezuelan people.

Encourages the President of the United States to prioritize: (1) a resolution of the political, economic, social, and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela; and (2) an effective response to the growing regional refugee crisis in Venezuela through multilateral cooperation with partners at the OAS and United Nations and through targeted sanctions against individuals responsible for the deterioration of democratic institutions and the rule of law.

What just happenedDec 7, 2017

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Who’s behind it

Rep. DeSantis, Ron [R-FL-6](R-FL)Sponsor
40 cosponsors10 D30 R
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  1. Dec 7, 2017FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  2. Dec 7, 2017FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 8 (Roll no. 667). (text: CR 12/5/2017 CR H9659-9660)

  3. Dec 7, 2017Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 8 (Roll no. 667).(text: CR 12/5/2017 CR H9659-9660)

  4. Dec 7, 2017FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H9730-9731)

  5. Dec 5, 2017FloorH37220

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  6. Dec 5, 2017FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 259.

  7. Dec 5, 2017FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9659-9663)

  8. Dec 5, 2017FloorH30300

    Mr. Royce (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

  9. Jul 27, 2017Committee

    Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended).

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  10. Jul 27, 2017Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  11. May 24, 2017Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  12. May 24, 2017Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  13. May 18, 2017Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.

    Western Hemisphere Subcommittee
  14. Apr 6, 2017IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  15. Apr 6, 2017IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  16. Apr 6, 2017IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed House amendedDec 7, 201736

Urges the government of Venezuela to heed the calls of the international community to: (1) hold free, fair, and open elections; (2) release all political prisoners, including U.S. citizens; (3) respect the constitutional rights of the National Assembly; and (4) open a channel for international humanitarian assistance and medicines.

Calls for Organization of American States (OAS) member states to continue: (1) efforts to support the principles of the Inter-American Democratic Charter, regardless of Venezuela's intent to withdraw from the OAS; and (2) calls for the Venezuelan government to hold free and fair elections and release all political prisoners in a timely manner.

Recognizes the leadership of OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro in building a coalition of OAS member states in support of democracy and human rights for the Venezuelan people.

Encourages the President of the United States to prioritize: (1) a resolution of the political, economic, social, and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela; and (2) an effective response to the growing regional refugee crisis in Venezuela through multilateral cooperation with partners at the OAS and United Nations and through targeted sanctions against individuals responsible for the deterioration of democratic institutions and the rule of law.

Introduced in HouseApr 6, 2017

Condemns the decisions by the Venezuelan Supreme Court on March 28, 2017, and March 29, 2017, stripping the opposition legislators of their parliamentary immunity, seizing power from the National Assembly, and nullifying all legislative actions. Recognizes the decision by such court on April 1, 2017, to restore the opposition legislators' parliamentary immunity and the National Assembly's legislative powers.

Urges the government of Venezuela to heed the calls of the international community to: (1) hold free, fair, and open elections; (2) release all political prisoners, including U.S. citizens; and (3) immediately accept international humanitarian assistance only through nongovernmental organizations. Calls for Organization of American States (OAS) member states to continue all efforts, including the consideration of a potential suspension of Venezuela from the OAS, if such government fails to take such actions.

Encourages the President of the United States to prioritize a resolution of the political, economic, social, and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, including through bilateral, targeted sanctions against individuals in the Venezuelan government responsible for the deterioration of democratic institutions and the rule of law.

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