Shortcomings and deficiencies of the ‘Amnesty Law’ in Venezuela

Decided in plenary

What changed

• Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament

  No change of substance: the two versions differ only in presentation — cover page, numbering or the parts a report carries that the adopted text does not.

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• Tabled for plenary → Tabled for plenary

  AIAI summary:The new version condemns the amnesty law as insufficient and repressive, demanding unconditional release of all political prisoners and judicial reforms. It also calls for maintaining sanctions until democratic transition steps are taken, and upholds international law. The versions differ only in substance; the new text is a complete rewrite of the original motion.

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The text, version by version

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1. Adopted by Parliament· 30 Apr 2026

   Adopted text TA10-0153/2026

   AIAI summary:This resolution condemns Venezuela's 'Amnesty Law' as insufficient and repressive, noting that at least 470 political prisoners remain detained and the law has been prematurely terminated.

   What changed since Joint motion RC-B10-0217/2026 →

2. Tabled for plenary· 29 Apr 2026

   Joint motion RC-B10-0217/2026

   What changed since Motion for a resolution B10-0224/2026 →

3. Tabled for plenary· 27 Apr 2026

   Motion for a resolution B10-0224/2026

   AIAI summary:This resolution criticizes the Venezuelan Amnesty Law, saying it does not address structural problems and is used to avoid responsibility. It also condemns the US military action as a violation of sovereignty.

4. Tabled for plenary· 27 Apr 2026

   Motion for a resolution B10-0221/2026

   AIAI summary:This resolution addresses the Amnesty Law in Venezuela, noting it as a first step but with serious deficiencies. It demands the release of all political prisoners and calls for transparent, impartial application of the law.

5. Tabled for plenary· 27 Apr 2026

   Motion for a resolution B10-0218/2026

   AIAI summary:The resolution condemns the US military intervention in Venezuela as a violation of international law and calls for the release of all arbitrarily detained persons.

6. Tabled for plenary· 27 Apr 2026

   Motion for a resolution B10-0219/2026

   AIAI summary:This resolution condemns the US military intervention in Venezuela, the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, and the murder of 81 people, calling for their release and Maduro's restoration as Head of State.

7. Tabled for plenary· 27 Apr 2026

   Motion for a resolution B10-0229/2026

   AIAI summary:The European Parliament resolution addresses the shortcomings and deficiencies of the 'Amnesty Law' in Venezuela, calling for its review and for the protection of human rights.

8. Tabled for plenary· 27 Apr 2026

   Motion for a resolution B10-0226/2026

   AIAI summary:This resolution condemns the U.S. military intervention in Venezuela and recalls that international law must be upheld. It calls for a Venezuelan-led solution, release of political prisoners, and inclusive dialogue for democratic elections.

9. Tabled for plenary· 27 Apr 2026

   Motion for a resolution B10-0217/2026

   AIAI summary:The resolution condemns Venezuela's 'Amnesty Law for Democratic Coexistence' as insufficient and a tool to whitewash crimes against humanity. It demands the immediate release of all political prisoners and an end to persecution of the opposition.

10. Tabled for plenary· 27 Apr 2026

    Motion for a resolution B10-0231/2026

    AIAI summary:This resolution addresses the shortcomings of Venezuela's Amnesty Law, which was terminated prematurely and arbitrarily, undermining reconciliation and legal certainty.

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