To designate the area between the intersections of 16th Street, Northwest and Fuller Street, Northwest and 16th Street, Northwest and Euclid Street, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as "Oswaldo Payá Way".

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Summary of Bill HR 6867

Bill 117 hr 6867, also known as the "Oswaldo Payá Way" bill, aims to designate a specific area in Washington, District of Columbia as "Oswaldo Payá Way." The designated area is located between the intersections of 16th Street, Northwest and Fuller Street, Northwest, as well as 16th Street, Northwest and Euclid Street, Northwest.

The bill is named after Oswaldo Payá, a prominent Cuban political activist who was known for his advocacy for democracy and human rights in Cuba. Payá was the founder of the Christian Liberation Movement and was a vocal critic of the Cuban government.

By designating this area as "Oswaldo Payá Way," the bill seeks to honor Payá's legacy and his contributions to the promotion of democracy and human rights in Cuba. This designation serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize Payá's dedication to the principles of freedom and democracy. Overall, Bill 117 hr 6867 is a non-partisan effort to pay tribute to Oswaldo Payá and his tireless efforts to advance democracy and human rights in Cuba.

Congressional Summary of HR 6867

This bill designates the area between the intersections of 16th Street, NW and Fuller Street, NW and 16th Street, NW and Euclid Street, NW in the District of Columbia as Oswaldo Paya Way.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6867

Bill HR 6867 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2022. Bill HR 6867 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 28, 2022. Bill HR 6867's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of February 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6867

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6867

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Caribbean area

- Congressional tributes

- Cuba

- District of Columbia

- Government buildings, facilities, and property

- Human rights

- Latin America

- Protest and dissent

- Roads and highways

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6867

To designate the area between the intersections of 16th Street, Northwest and Fuller Street, Northwest and 16th Street, Northwest and Euclid Street, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as "Oswaldo Payá Way".