Targets the Government of Venezuela and persons responsible for corruption, serious human rights abuses, and the undermining of democratic institutions in Venezuela, including persons operating in sectors of the Venezuelan economy such as gold, oil, and finance. Property of the Venezuelan government and of designated persons is blocked, dealings in Venezuelan government debt, equity, and digital currency are restricted, and designated individuals are barred from entry into the United States. Many restrictions are moderated by general licenses that authorize otherwise prohibited transactions, including in the oil sector.
