S.J.Res. 277 (99th): A joint resolution to establish a Trust Fund for Democracy in the Philippines.

Introduced:
Feb 20, 1986 (99th Congress, 1985–1986)
Sponsor:
Sen. Gary Hart [D-CO]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This resolution was introduced on February 20, 1986, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Feb 20, 1986
Referred to Committee Feb 20, 1986
Cosponsors
none
Committees

Senate Foreign Relations

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2/20/1986--Introduced.
Establishes a Trust Fund for Democracy in the Philippines from U.S. aid funds. Requires such funds (except funds provided under the Food for Peace Program and specified development assistance funds) to be held in escrow until a democratic government is in place and has been certified by the Congress.

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