This bill would mostly end the U.S. embargo on Cuba. It would open trade, allow lawful travel, and remove federal caps on remittances, which are money sent to people in Cuba. Most changes would start 60 days after the bill becomes law.
Modern Action shows what the legislation would change, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2026 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Agriculture, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Latest action on H.R. 7521: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Agriculture, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects Cuban American families, U.S. travelers, U.S. businesses that may want to trade with Cuba, and companies that provide phone or internet service. It also affects Cuban exporters whose goods could enter the United States under normal tariff rules. Federal agencies that enforce sanctions, trade, tax, and financial rules would have to switch from old Cuba-specific rules to newer general laws.
Why this matters: This bill matters because it would sharply change daily life for people and businesses that deal with Cuba. Families could travel and send support more easily, and U.S. companies could try to trade in a nearby market. At the same time, it would change how the United States puts pressure on Cuba by replacing many old Cuba-only rules with newer general powers. That means the benefits and risks would depend a lot on how Cuba's government, U.S. businesses, and future presidents respond after the law changes.
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Officially: United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2026
This bill would mostly end the U.S. embargo on Cuba. It would open trade, allow lawful travel, and remove federal caps on remittances, which are money sent to people in Cuba. Most changes would start 60 days after the bill becomes law.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR7521. Modern Action shows what the bill would change, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Foreign Affairs
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Agriculture, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (2/12/2026)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2026, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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