HR 4585 · 101th Congress · International Affairs

To impose sanctions against Iraq.

Introduced 1990-04-24· Sponsored by Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-26]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: For Further Action See S.431.(1990-08-02)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Prohibits: (1) the sale to Iraq and the issuance of licenses for the export to Iraq, of any item on the U.S. Munitions List; (2) the export to Iraq of any goods or technology on the Export Administration Act of 1979 control list; and (3) the issuance of licenses for the export to Iraq of any chemical that may be used in the production of chemical weapons or for other chemical warfare purposes. Prohibits: (1) the issuance of licenses or other authorizations under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 for the export or distribution to Iraq of any nuclear materials and technology; (2) any authorization by the Secretary of Energy under such Act to engage in activities in Iraq that require specific authorization; and (3) the issuance of any licenses under the Export Administration Act of 1979 for the export to Iraq of specified nuclear goods or technology. Requires the United States to oppose loans or financial or technical assistance to Iraq by international financial institutions. Denies Iraq Export-Import Bank credits and assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (except for humanitarian assistance) and the Arms Export Control Act. Applies contract sanctity to export contracts sign…

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Cosponsors (20)

14 Democrats6 Republicans