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S.1182: Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2002
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 4, 2003
- Latest Major Action May 4, 2004
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
34 (20 Democrats, 1 Independent, 14 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 - Prohibits the importation into the United States of any article that is a product of Burma (Myanmar) until the President determines and certifies to Congress that Burma has taken certain democratic and counternarcotics actions. Authorizes the President to waive such requirements.Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to direct any U.S. financial institution holding funds of the State Peace and...
(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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Committee on Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asian and Pacific Affairs. Hearings held.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| June 4, 2003 |
Introduced in the Senate by Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) |