Condemning Nicolas Maduro and the Venezuelan regime's continued human rights abuses, political repression, and dismantling of democratic institutions, and recognizing the resilience of the Venezuelan democratic opposition under the leadership of Maria Corina Machado and Edmundo Gonzalez.

This measure condemns the Venezuelan government under Nicolás Maduro for human rights abuses, political repression, and breaking down democratic institutions. It also recognizes the courage of the Venezuelan democratic opposition, including leaders Maria Corina Machado and Edmundo González .

It does not create new laws. Instead, it states the Senate’s position: standing against abuses in Venezuela and showing support for those working for democracy there .

• Who is affected: People in Venezuela facing repression; U.S. audiences who want to know the Senate’s stance .
• What changes: No direct legal changes; it is a formal condemnation and show of support .
• When: Adopted during the current session noted in the document .