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- H.R.2211
H.R.2211: Burma Freedom Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 19, 2001
- Latest Major Action June 22, 2001
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
37 (29 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 8 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Burma Freedom Act - Prohibits the importation into the United States of any Burmese products until the President determines and certifies to Congress that the State Peace and Development Council in Burma has made progress in: (1) reversing gross violations of internationally-recognized human rights and worker rights; (2) implementing democratic government; and (3) cooperating with U.S. counter-narcotics efforts.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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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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| June 19, 2001 |
Introduced in the House by Tom Lantos (D-Calif.) |