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Easier US Entry for Cuban Professional Baseball Players

This act aims to simplify the process for Cuban professional baseball players to enter the United States for organized professional baseball. It allows them to return to Cuba with their earnings and streamlines visa procedures, potentially opening new career opportunities for these athletes.
Key points
Cuban professional baseball players can more easily obtain visas to play in the US.
They are allowed to return to Cuba with their earnings from playing in the US.
The visa is valid for the duration of the baseball season and does not require renewal for subsequent entries under a valid contract.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_198
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2021-01-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Baseball Diplomacy Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_198.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Cuban professional baseball players can more easily obtain visas to play in the US.
  • They are allowed to return to Cuba with their earnings from playing in the US.
  • The visa is valid for the duration of the baseball season and does not require renewal for subsequent entries under a valid contract.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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