HJRES 271 · 101th Congress · International Affairs
Relating to responsible trade and conservation of tropical forest resources.
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Introduced2
Committee3
House Vote4
Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to the Subcommittee on International Development, Finance, Trade, and Monetary Policy.(1989-06-01)
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Declares that it is U.S. policy to: (1) work with and furnish assistance to tropical forest nations to ensure maintenance and sustainable uses of such forests; (2) encourage nongovernmental organizations to implement sustainable forest management programs for conservation of tropical forests and biological diversity; (3) support model demonstration projects for sustainable use and conservation and support increased research and training in forest ecology and management; and (4) establish bilateral agreements with interested nations to share technology, experience, training, and research in tropical forest conservation. Requires the President to report to the Congress on the progress made in carrying out this Act.…
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Cosponsors (20)
14 Democrats6 Republicans