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Condemning Cuban Regime Repression and Calling for Release of Political Prisoners.

The US Senate commemorates the 2021 peaceful protests in Cuba and strongly condemns the Cuban regime's ongoing human rights violations and repression. The resolution mandates the Secretary of State to engage diplomatically, demanding the immediate release of political prisoners and supporting Cuban civil society groups. For US citizens, this confirms the government's commitment to promoting human rights and democratic values in its foreign policy.
Key points
The US Senate officially condemns the Cuban regime for the mass arrests and sentencing of hundreds of peaceful demonstrators, including minors, to long prison terms.
Calls for the Secretary of State to work with the UN to deny Cuba a consecutive term on the Human Rights Council and to recognize the regime's responsibility for activist murders.
The resolution expresses solidarity with Cubans seeking democracy and urges democratic governments globally to speak out against the ongoing repression.
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Print number: 118_SRES_287
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2023-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution commemorating the second anniversary of peaceful protests in Cuba on July 11, 2021, 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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_287.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US Senate officially condemns the Cuban regime for the mass arrests and sentencing of hundreds of peaceful demonstrators, including minors, to long prison terms.
  • Calls for the Secretary of State to work with the UN to deny Cuba a consecutive term on the Human Rights Council and to recognize the regime's responsibility for activist murders.
  • The resolution expresses solidarity with Cubans seeking democracy and urges democratic governments globally to speak out against the ongoing repression.
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 Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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