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Read. Follow. Verify.Congressional Hearing on U.S. Policy Toward Venezuela
Record date · January 1, 2022
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What This Bill Does
The House Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere held its first hearing of the 117th Congress to examine humanitarian, diplomatic, and national security challenges regarding Venezuela. The session featured testimony from four expert witnesses to inform the Biden Administration's approach to the region.
This hearing establishes the legislative framework and expert testimony that will influence U.S. foreign policy decisions, potential sanctions, and humanitarian aid allocations concerning Venezuela.
Who It Affects
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Venezuelan citizens
U.S. policy decisions discussed in this hearing regarding humanitarian aid and diplomatic relations directly impact the availability of resources and international support in Venezuela.
Biden Administration
The administration is the primary target of the policy recommendations and oversight provided by the subcommittee.
Key Facts
- The hearing was the first session of the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere for the 117th Congress.
- The hearing focused on three primary pillars: humanitarian, diplomatic, and national security challenges in Venezuela.
- Four expert witnesses provided testimony: Feliciano Reyna, Dr. Cynthia J. Arnson, Brian Fonseca, and Dr. Ryan C. Berg.
- Members were granted 5 days to submit additional statements and questions for the record.
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- The hearing was conducted under specific COVID-19 safety protocols, including mandatory mask-wearing and sanitization requirements.
- Juan Vargas was appointed as the new Vice Chair of the subcommittee.
- Mark Green was introduced as the new Ranking Member of the subcommittee.
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Transition to 117th Congress
The hearing marks the formal start of the 117th Congress subcommittee activities, signaling a reset in legislative priorities for the Western Hemisphere.
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