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S.1419: Nigeria Democracy Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Nov. 17, 1995
- Latest Major Action May 15, 1996
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
22 (12 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Nigeria Democracy Act - Imposes certain economic sanctions against Nigeria to promote democracy and human rights there. Directs the President to notify Nigeria immediately of his intention to suspend air transportation between the United States and such country. Urges the President to seek multilateral support for an international embargo on the sale of arms to, and sale of crude oil or refined petroleum products from, Nigeria. Authorizes...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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Subcommittee on African Affairs. Hearings held.
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| Nov. 17, 1995 |
Introduced in the Senate by Nancy Landon Kassebaum (R-Kan.) |