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Voters should care about this bill because it directly impacts U.S. foreign policy towards Cuba and the Cuban economy. If this bill becomes law, it would significantly tighten the requirements for Cuba to be removed from the list of state sponsors of terrorism, linking it to major political reforms in Cuba rather than solely to its current actions related to terrorism.
This means continued, strict economic and financial penalties for Cuba, which could hinder its economic development and interaction with the global community. If it doesn't become law, future Presidents would retain more flexibility to decide whether Cuba should remain on the list based on current actions, potentially allowing for a different approach to U.S.-Cuba relations. It also touches on the balance of power between Congress and the Executive Branch in setting foreign policy.
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Voters should care about this bill because it directly impacts U.S. foreign policy towards Cuba and the Cuban economy. If this bill becomes law, it would significantly tighten the requirements for Cuba to be removed from the list of state sponsors of terrorism, linking it to major political reforms in Cuba rather than solely to its current actions related to terrorism.
This means continued, strict economic and financial penalties for Cuba, which could hinder its economic development and interaction with the global community. If it doesn't become law, future Presidents would retain more flexibility to decide whether Cuba should remain on the list based on current actions, potentially allowing for a different approach to U.S.-Cuba relations. It also touches on the balance of power between Congress and the Executive Branch in setting foreign policy.