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Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · Dec 5, 2023
This resolution commends Maria Corina Machado as the official presidential opposition candidate in Venezuela.
The resolution also (1) condemns efforts by the regime to prevent Maria Corina Machado from participating in Venezuela's 2024 presidential election, (2) rejects the regime’s efforts to carry out fraudulent presidential elections, (3) demands the regime permit reputable election observers to observe the election, and (4) urges the President to strengthen and reimpose sanctions because certain negotiated conditions have not been met.
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Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] · R–FL
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5762)
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