The United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) has secured control of the parliamentary commission tasked with reforming the “Ley Contra el Odio” (Law Against Hate). Deputy Pedro Infante of the PSUV will preside over the commission, which will be comprised of eight legislators from the ruling party. The opposition will have three representatives in the process aimed at modifying the controversial law. This development raises concerns about the potential for the reform to favor the government's agenda and further restrict freedom of expression in Venezuela. The commission’s control by the PSUV signals a likely continuation, or even strengthening, of the existing legislation, despite criticisms alleging its use to stifle dissent. The reform process centers on the potential decriminalization of aspects within the law. This move is being closely watched by human rights organizations and political analysts within Venezuela.