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D.C. Street Renamed Oswaldo Payá Way, Affecting Cuban Embassy Address.

This Act renames a specific block of 16th Street, NW in Washington, D.C., to "Oswaldo Payá Way." The change primarily affects the official address of the Cuban Embassy and serves as a symbolic statement supporting human rights in Cuba. Residents and businesses on this short segment must now use the new street name for official records and navigation.
Key points
A section of 16th Street, NW in D.C. is officially designated as Oswaldo Payá Way.
The address of the Cuban Embassy is changed to 2630 Oswaldo Payá Way.
The renaming is a symbolic act honoring a Cuban dissident and protesting the Cuban regime's human rights abuses.
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A bill 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 Paya Way".
Print number: S 376
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about D.C. Street Renamed Oswaldo Payá Way, Affecting Cuban Embassy Address.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 376.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A section of 16th Street, NW in D.C. is officially designated as Oswaldo Payá Way.
  • The address of the Cuban Embassy is changed to 2630 Oswaldo Payá Way.
  • The renaming is a symbolic act honoring a Cuban dissident and protesting the Cuban regime's human rights abuses.

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. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2077-2078; text: CR S2077-2078)

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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