H.R. 6915: Prohibiting Military Force Against Venezuela

Summary

This bill, introduced in the House of Representatives on December 19, 2025, seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds for any military force against Venezuela during the period from the bill's enactment to December 31, 2026.

The key provisions of the bill include:

1. Prohibition on Use of Funds for Military Force: Except for certain emergency exceptions, the bill prohibits any federal funds from being used for military force against Venezuela during the specified time period.

2. Exceptions: The prohibition does not apply if Congress has:

   • Declared war on Venezuela
   • Enacted specific statutory authorization for the use of military force against Venezuela after the bill's enactment, meeting the requirements of the War Powers Resolution.

3. Procedural Timeline: The bill was referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Committee on Armed Services for consideration.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would significantly restrict the ability of the U.S. government to use military force against Venezuela during the specified time period, unless Congress takes further specific action to authorize such force. This could impact U.S. foreign policy towards Venezuela and limit potential military interventions or escalations in the region.

The bill's sponsors argue it is necessary to prevent an unauthorized or unnecessary military conflict with Venezuela. Opponents may argue it unduly constrains the executive branch's ability to respond to threats or crises as needed.

Overall, this bill represents an effort by some members of Congress to assert legislative oversight and control over the use of military force, particularly in the context of U.S. relations with Venezuela.