S. 2845 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Venezuela Defense of Human Rights and Civil Society Extension Act of 2016
S. 2845 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Apr 25, 2016, sponsored by Marco Rubio with 2 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 25, 2016
- Co-sponsors
- 2
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 114-194
What it does
Venezuela Defense of Human Rights and Civil Society Extension Act of 2016 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Venezuela Defense of Human Rights and Civil Society Act of 2014 to extend through December 31, 2019, provisions requiring the President to impose sanctions against individuals in Venezuela who are responsible for human rights violations.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Marco Rubio (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 25, 2016
- Passed the SenateApr 28, 2016
- Passed the HouseJul 6, 2016
- Sent to the PresidentJul 8, 2016
- Became lawJul 15, 2016
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-194. (Jul 15, 2016)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
- Foreign Affairs Committee
- Foreign Relations Committee
More
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