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- H.R.550
H.R.550: To prohibit economic assistance, military assistance or arms transfers to the Government of Mauritania until appropriate action is taken to eliminate chattel slavery in Mauritania.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Jan. 17, 1995
- Latest Major Action Feb. 3, 1995
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (2 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Prohibits the President from providing economic or military assistance or arms transfers to the Government of Mauritania unless the President certifies to the Congress that such government has taken action to eliminate chattel slavery, including the enactment and enforcement of anti-slavery laws that provide appropriate punishment for violators.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa.
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| Jan. 17, 1995 |
Introduced in the House by Richard Zimmer (R-N.J.) |