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US HB7038
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Levin
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AI Summary
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Prohibits all U.S. government funds from financing, subsidizing, insuring, guaranteeing, or otherwise supporting Venezuela's oil infrastructure or petroleum sector development, maintenance, or expansion
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Covers construction, real property purchases, insurance costs, loan guarantees, tax incentives, royalty relief, and payments to individuals or corporations related to Venezuelan oil operations
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Bans U.S. government officers and employees from providing advocacy, promotion, or support for Venezuela's petroleum sector at international financial institutions, multilateral organizations, or diplomatic forums
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Allows an exception only for expenditures explicitly authorized by a future Act of Congress passed after this bill's enactment
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Requires the Secretary of State to submit annual reports to congressional committees within 180 days of enactment, describing any Venezuela oil-related activities and certifying compliance
Legislative Description
Protecting Taxpayers from Risky Investments in Venezuela Act
International affairs
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
1/13/2026