22 USC 6039 - Authorization of support for democratic and human rights groups and international observers

U.S Code last checked for updates: Apr 30, 2025

§ 6039.

Authorization of support for democratic and human rights groups and international observers

(a)

Authorization

Notwithstanding any other provision of law (including section 6032 of this title), except for section 2394–1 of this title

(1)

Published and informational matter, such as books, videos, and cassettes, on transitions to democracy, human rights, and market economies, to be made available to independent democratic groups in Cuba.

(2)

Humanitarian assistance to victims of political repression, and their families.

(3)

Support for democratic and human rights groups in Cuba.

(4)

Support for visits and permanent deployment of independent international human rights monitors in Cuba.

(b)

OAS emergency fund

(1)

For support of human rights and elections

(2)

Action of other member states

(3)

Voluntary contributions for fund

(c)

Denial of funds to Cuban Government

(Pub. L. 104–114, title I, § 109, Mar. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 799.)

cite as: 22 USC 6039