hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Lifts the U.S. trade embargo and travel restrictions on Cuba.
Rep. Jim McGovern (D-MA) and 18 co-sponsors.
Introduced in the House, referred to multiple committees.
This bill aims to remove various U.S. restrictions on trade and travel with Cuba, including repealing several long-standing embargo laws. It was introduced by Representative Jim McGovern, a Democrat from Massachusetts, along with 18 other representatives. As an introduced bill, it has been assigned to multiple House committees for review and debate, and has not yet been voted on by the full House.
Introduced Feb 12, 2026
This bill was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives and subsequently referred to the House Committees on Foreign Affairs, Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Agriculture, and Financial Services. For the bill to become law, it must pass both the House and the Senate, and then be signed by the President. Its current status means it is undergoing review in committees before it can be considered for a vote by the full House.
If this bill becomes law, U.S. citizens and residents would be able to travel to Cuba without restrictions, similar to other countries, and engage in related financial transactions. There would also be no limits on the amount of money you could send to Cuba. Additionally, current prohibitions on exports to Cuba would be removed, allowing for more open trade of goods and services, and Cuban products would receive the same trade treatment as products from most other countries.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue lifting the embargo will improve U.S.-Cuba relations, promote economic growth, and encourage democratic change through engagement.
Critics Say
Critics might argue that lifting the embargo without prior concessions could benefit the Cuban government and not sufficiently address human rights concerns.
The bill's proponents believe that normalizing trade relations and travel will foster democratic change and economic reform in Cuba, while also enabling the U.S. to negotiate settlements for property claims. Those who oppose lifting the embargo without preconditions often express concerns that it could strengthen the current Cuban government without ensuring internationally recognized human rights are protected. The bill does, however, include a provision for the President to negotiate with Cuba on human rights and property claims.