STOP MADURO Act

# STOP MADURO Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The STOP MADURO Act would authorize the U.S. State Department to offer a reward of up to $100 million for information that directly leads to the arrest and conviction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro for drug-related offenses. The reward would be funded exclusively through seized or frozen assets that the U.S. government has already taken from Maduro, his officials, and associated individuals under existing sanctions laws. The bill is currently pending in the Senate and has not yet been voted on. **Who It Affects and Key Details** This bill would primarily affect anyone with information about Maduro's potential involvement in narcotics trafficking, as they could potentially claim the reward.

It reflects the U.S. government's longstanding opposition to the Maduro regime in Venezuela and builds on existing economic sanctions against Venezuelan officials. Since the funding would come from already-seized assets rather than new government spending, it would not require additional taxpayer dollars. The measure targets a specific individual rather than broader policy changes toward Venezuela.