H.R. 2617 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To bar certain additional restrictions on travel and remittances to Cuba.
H.R. 2617 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on May 25, 2005, sponsored by Jim Davis with 58 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 25, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 58
- Policy area
- International Affairs
What it does
Prohibits additional Cuban travel restrictions to be placed on per-diem allowances, family visits, accompanied baggage, and household remittances.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Davis (D-FL). Co-sponsors: 49 Democrats, 8 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 25, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. (May 25, 2005)
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