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Contact Congress about S.Res. 317: A resolution commending the courage, bravery, and resolve of the fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters of Cuba, who, 4 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.

The Senate would formally support Cuban protesters and call for political prisoners to be freed. It would urge strong U.S. sanctions and international pressure, but it would not change the law by itself.

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A resolution commending the courage, bravery, and resolve of the fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters of Cuba, who, 4 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. is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4318).

Latest action on S.Res. 317: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4318)

Who this affects: This resolution mainly affects Cuban protesters, political prisoners, human rights groups, independent media, and U.S. officials who shape Cuba policy. It does not give anyone new legal rights or create new duties, but it signals what the Senate wants U.S. and international policy to emphasize.

Why this matters: This matters because the Senate is trying to keep attention on Cuba’s crackdown after the 2021 protests and on people still held as political prisoners. The resolution does not force new action, so its direct legal effect is limited. Still, it can shape public pressure, U.S. diplomacy, sanctions debates, and support for Cuban human rights groups.

Key provisions in S.Res. 317

  • The Senate would formally praise people in Cuba who joined the large pro-democracy protests on July 11, 2021.
  • The resolution describes mass arrests after the protests. It says reports show minors and activists got long prison terms for charges such as public disorder, contempt, or violence.
  • The resolution raises concern about reports that Cuban political prisoners face solitary confinement, physical and mental torture, and poor prison conditions.
  • The resolution calls for Cuba’s government to release all pro-democracy activists and political prisoners right away, with no conditions.
  • The resolution condemns the Cuban government for limiting basic freedoms, including speech, belief, and peaceful assembly.

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Questions people ask about S.Res. 317

What is S.Res. 317?
The Senate would formally support Cuban protesters and call for political prisoners to be freed. It would urge strong U.S. sanctions and international pressure, but it would not change the law by itself.
How do I support or oppose S.Res. 317?
Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
Who should I contact about S.Res. 317?
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Can Modern Action explain S.Res. 317 before I act?
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