Bill Text: MI SR0078 | 2021-2022 | 101st Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to declare support for the people of Cuba in their fight against a destructive Communist regime and to urge the United States government and the Biden Administration to take action to protect the basic human rights of the Cuban people.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 2-0)
Status: (Passed) 2021-08-31 - Adopted [SR0078 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2021-SR0078-Enrolled.html
senate resolution no.78
Senators Zorn and Barrett offered the following resolution:
Whereas, Communist Miguel Díaz-Canel rose to power in Cuba in 2018 and continues to follow the failed policies of Fidel and Raúl Castro. President Díaz-Canel's ascension has coincided with an economic crisis that led to a heavy-handed and nonsensical shutdown of the state-run communication system and purposeful electricity outages; and
Whereas, The Cuban people lack the freedom to be in charge of their own destiny and future as a result of the systemic and continued repression they face at the hands of the Díaz-Canal regime; and
Whereas, A historic and remarkable gathering of protests is occurring in Cuba, where everyday Cubans are courageously demanding democracy, liberty, economic security, food, and basic medical necessities. Liberty in Cuba is defined as not only economic liberty, but also civil liberties. This includes the right to vote, liberty of conscience, and the right to self-determination. At the heart of these protests is the will of Cuban people to be in charge of their own destiny; and
Whereas, Without democracy and free elections, the welfare of the Cuban people will continue to be structurally burdened and protests will continue. As the Communist regime continues to deprive the people of Cuba of peaceful means to improve their lives, everyday Cubans will continue to risk their lives and well-being to protest openly to demand immediate change; and
Whereas, Michigan is a state that values our best aspirational American ideals of liberty, tolerance, and freedom. These are the ideals and values that Cubans march for today. The people of Michigan support the right of the people of Cuba to peacefully protest to secure basic civil liberties, and stand with the people of Cuba in support of their quest for democracy, liberty, and freedom; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we declare support for the people of Cuba in their fight against a destructive Communist regime and urge the United States government and the Biden Administration to take action to protect the basic human rights of the Cuban people; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the President of the United States Senate, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.
