House Bill 3960
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Freedom for Americans to Travel to Cuba Act of 2019
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jul 25, 2019
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Bill Number
3960
Congress
116
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
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Summary
Freedom for Americans to Travel to Cuba Act of 2019
This bill establishes that any law, regulation, or policy that prohibits or restricts travel to or from Cuba, or transactions incident to such travel, shall have no effect. The President may not restrict or prohibit such travel or transactions unless doing so is necessary to protect (1) U.S. national security, or (2) the health and safety of U.S. citizens or legal residents.
July 25, 2019
07/31/2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security and Trade.
07/25/2019
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
07/25/2019
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E997-998)
07/25/2019
Introduced in House
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Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 1:50:23 PM