Condemning the ongoing acts of repression and human rights violations against the Cuban people by the Cuban regime, and calling for the immediate release of all arbitrarily detained Cuban citizens.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 579

Bill 118 HRES 579, also known as the resolution condemning the ongoing acts of repression and human rights violations against the Cuban people by the Cuban regime, was introduced in the US Congress. The resolution calls for the immediate release of all Cuban citizens who have been arbitrarily detained by the Cuban government.

The resolution highlights the continued repression and human rights violations that have been taking place in Cuba, including the suppression of freedom of speech, assembly, and association. It also condemns the use of violence and intimidation by the Cuban regime against its own citizens.

The resolution calls on the Cuban government to respect the rights of its citizens and to release all individuals who have been detained without just cause. It also urges the international community to stand in solidarity with the Cuban people and to support their calls for freedom and democracy. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 579 is a non-partisan effort to bring attention to the ongoing human rights abuses in Cuba and to advocate for the release of all arbitrarily detained Cuban citizens.

Current Status of Bill HRES 579

Bill HRES 579 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2023. Bill HRES 579 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 11, 2023.  Bill HRES 579's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of July 11, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 579

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
28
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
16
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 579

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs
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