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- H.R.3159
H.R.3159: To provide that the President may not waive the provisions of title IV of the Trade Act of 1974 with respect to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Feb. 4, 1998
- Latest Major Action March 19, 1998
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (2 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Prohibits the President from waiving certain human rights and emigration requirements under the Trade Act of 1974 before July 11, 1999, with respect to Vietnam when determining its eligibility to receive nondiscriminatory treatment (most-favored-nation status). Nullifies any previous waiver of such requirements.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| Feb. 4, 1998 |
Introduced in the House by Edward Royce (R-Calif.) |