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This bill, known as the Prohibiting Unauthorized Military Action in Venezuela Act of 2025, prohibits the use of funds from the Department of Defense or any other U.S. government agency to conduct military hostilities in Venezuela without explicit congressional authorization. The bill defines "hostilities" broadly as any situation involving lethal or potentially lethal force by U.S. forces, regardless of how the force is deployed. However, the prohibition does not prevent the United States from defending itself, its citizens, or its military personnel from armed attacks, conducting lawful counternarcotics operations that do not constitute hostilities, or providing humanitarian assistance to the Venezuelan people. Military action would only be permitted if Congress specifically authorizes it through legislation or through a congressional authorization consistent with the War Powers Resolution. The bill does not supersede any existing requirements under the War Powers Resolution and aims to ensure that any potential military engagement with Venezuela receives proper congressional oversight and approval.

Government Affairs

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/3344/all-info