HJRES 484 · 100th Congress · International Affairs

A joint resolution to provide assistance and support for peace, democracy and reconciliation in Central America.

Introduced 1988-03-03· Sponsored by Rep. Edwards, Mickey [R-OK-5]· House

Bill Progress

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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Failed of Passage in House by Yea-Nay Vote: 208 - 216 (Record Vote No: 25).(1988-03-03)

Recorded Votes

FailedHouse · 1988-03-03
Yea 208Nay 216
PassedHouse · 1988-03-03
Yea 208Nay 216

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Declares it to be U.S. policy to advance democracy, security, and peace in Central America consistent with the Guatemala Peace Accord of August 7, 1987, the Declaration of the Presidents of the Central American Nations at San Jose, Costa Rica, on January 16, 1988, and U.S. security interests. Declares the U.S. objective of enhancing the security of the United States and the democratic countries of Central America by assisting in achieving: (1) democracy in Nicaragua; (2) an end to Communist bloc military assistance to Nicaragua; (3) an end to Nicaraguan aggression against its neighbors; and (4) reduction of Nicaraguan military forces to a level consistent with the security of other countries in the region. Transfers specified funds from certain defense appropriations accounts to the President for non-lethal assistance for the Nicaraguan democratic resistance, with a specified amount earmarked for human rights programs. Prohibits the use of such funds to purchase aircraft. Authorizes the President to transfer funds from such accounts for the indemnification of aircraft leased to transport non-lethal assistance. Directs the Department of Defense to make available passive air defense …

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