Us Congress Senate Bill SR287

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 7/11/23
• Refer: 7/11/23

Caption

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.

Impact

The resolution calls for the immediate release of all political prisoners and urges the Secretary of State to engage in actions that promote the cause of human rights defenders in Cuba. It emphasizes the need for accountability regarding the regime's actions against protestors, particularly in light of previous recommendations made by the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights which focused on the human rights violations committed during the protests.

Summary

SR287 is a resolution commemorating the second anniversary of the peaceful protests that occurred on July 11, 2021, in Cuba, which called for human rights and democratic reforms. The resolution condemns the ongoing acts of repression and significant human rights violations by the Cuban regime against its citizens. It expresses solidarity with those who participated in the demonstrations and highlights the systemic issues facing the Cuban population, including shortages of essential goods and arbitrary detentions.

Contention

While supporters of SR287 view it as a necessary stand against the oppressive actions of the Cuban regime, critics may argue that resolutions like this often struggle to create real change on the ground. The push from the resolution aims for increased international scrutiny and action against Cuba’s violation of human rights, aiming to prevent the current government from continuing its oppressive practices without consequence.