This bill seeks to prevent the use of federal funds for military force in or against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. The prohibition is effective from the bill's enactment until December 31, 2026 , ensuring that no appropriated funds can be obligated or expended for such actions during this period. Military force would only be permitted if Congress has either declared war on Venezuela or enacted specific statutory authorization that meets the requirements of the War Powers Resolution. An important exception allows for military actions consistent with Section 2(c) of the War Powers Resolution , which outlines specific circumstances for presidential deployment of forces.