The Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (Libertad) Act of 1996 (Helms-Burton Act) is a U.S. federal law strengthening the embargo against Cuba. It allows U.S. nationals to sue foreign companies “trafficking” in property confiscated by the Cuban government after Jan. 1, 1959. Key aspects include Title III, allowing lawsuits for damages, and Title II, outlining a transition to democracy.
