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S.491: Freedom to Export to Cuba Act of 2015
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 12, 2015
- Latest Major Action Feb. 12, 2015
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
25 (20 Democrats, 2 Independent Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Freedom to Export to Cuba Act of 2015 This bill repeals or amends current laws restricting trade with Cuba. The prohibition on assistance to Cuba, and the President's authority for the embargo on Cuba, under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 are eliminated. The President's authority to continue direct restrictions on trade with Cuba under the Trading with the Enemy Act is eliminated, and any related regulations are no longer effective. The...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Feb. 12, 2015 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S986-987)
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| Feb. 12, 2015 |
Introduced in the Senate by Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) |