To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Venezuela, and for other purposes.

Legislative bill overview

HR 6915 prohibits the use of federal funds to conduct military operations in or against Venezuela without explicit congressional authorization. The bill was introduced in December 2025 and referred to the House Foreign Affairs and Armed Services committees for review.

Why is this important

This legislation addresses the constitutional requirement that Congress, not the President, controls military appropriations and declarations of war. It reflects ongoing debates about U.S. intervention in Venezuelan affairs amid that country's political instability and humanitarian crisis, while asserting congressional oversight of executive military powers.

Potential points of contention

• Executive power vs. congressional authority: The administration may argue the bill constrains necessary flexibility in responding to emerging security threats, while supporters contend it enforces constitutional checks and balances
• Interpretation of "military force": Ambiguity about what qualifies as prohibited military action (does it include intelligence operations, airstrikes, training missions, or only direct combat?) could create implementation disputes
• Venezuela policy disagreement: Supporters may view it as preventing unwanted intervention in a sovereign nation's affairs; opponents may see it as tying hands in confronting authoritarian governance and regional security concerns