Congress moves to require U.S. forces leave Venezuela unless lawmakers authorize fighting
This bill is currently sitting in the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Nothing has happened with this proposal since January 2026, and it is considered stalled. The House committee must take action for the bill to move forward, but most bills like this do not receive a vote.
No action since January 2026
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While this resolution doesn't directly change veteran benefits, it represents a broader effort by Congress to reassert control over when and where the military is deployed. Veterans who served in prior unauthorized conflicts may view this as a meaningful step toward preventing future deployments without proper Congressional debate. However, the resolution has no direct material impact on veteran services or benefits.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 215 (Roll no. 48).
Failed of passage/not agreed to in House On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 215 (Roll no. 48).
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1334-1335)
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.Con.Res. 68, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
On Agreeing to the Resolution
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
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