Bill · S.Res. 800· Senate(119-SRES-800)
A resolution commending the courage, bravery, and resolve of the fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters of Cuba, whom 5 years ago, stood in the face of brutal harassment, beatings, and torture to protest against the Communist Cuban regime, demanding access to their fundamental rights to life, dignity, and freedom.
- Introduced
- 7/13/2026
- Last activity
- 7/13/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3746)
- Sponsored by
- Rick Scott
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
S. Res. 800 is a resolution to commend the courage of Cuban citizens who protested for freedom and fundamental rights five years ago. It condemns the Cuban regime for its use of torture, repression, and the unjust detention of protesters, including children. The resolution calls for the immediate release of political prisoners and an end to human rights abuses. It asks the international community to apply diplomatic pressure and sanctions against the regime. Additionally, it supports the Trump administration's strong Cuba policy and the right of Cuban people to peaceful assembly.
Yes· 3 of 17
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+8
The resolution strongly advocates for free expression and the right to peaceful assembly.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+8
The resolution explicitly supports the right to free expression and independent media in Cuba.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+7
The resolution supports the freedom and human rights of people in Cuba, directly impacting the Hispanic community.
The opposite
Does this make trade with other countries easier?-4
The resolution supports maintaining strong economic sanctions and an embargo on Cuba.
Would business owners be better off under this?-3
Maintaining an economic embargo and tourism ban limits business opportunities in Cuba.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Human Rights: The resolution calls for the "immediate and unconditional release" of pro-democracy activists and political prisoners who are being subjected to torture (Section 2).
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International Accountability: It urges the international community to use "coordinated sanctions and diplomatic pressure" to hold the Cuban regime accountable for human rights violations (Section 5).
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Protection of Civil Liberties: The resolution supports the "right of the Cuban people to peaceful assembly and free expression" (Section 7).
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Support for Independent Media: It encourages continued support for "independent media" and civil society organizations that promote human rights and democracy in Cuba (Section 8).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Economic Constraints: The resolution calls for the administration to maintain "strong sanctions on the Cuban regime" (Section 6), and mentions the "economic embargo" and "ban on United States tourism to Cuba" in the preamble, which are policies intended to target the government.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Hispanic Americans+7Good For Children+6Good For Men+6Good For Women+6Good For Immigrants+5Good For Middle Aged+5Good For Seniors+5Good For Students+5Good For Young Adults+5Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Middle Class Households+2Good For Business Owners-3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+8Improves Due Process+7
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+8Improves Religious Freedom+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+6Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Improves International Trade-4
- 7/13/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3746)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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Ashley MoodyRepublican · Florida