HR 1373 · 106th Congress · International Affairs

Serbia Democratization Act of 1999

Introduced 1999-04-12· Sponsored by Rep. Sanford, Marshall (Mark) [R-SC-1]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
3
House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.(1999-09-24)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Serbia Democratization Act of 1999 - Title I: Support For the Democratic Opposition - Authorizes the President to furnish assistance and other support for individuals and independent nongovernmental organizations to promote and strengthen institutions of democratic government and the growth of an independent civil society in Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro), including ethnic tolerance and respect for internationally recognized human rights. Authorizes appropriations. Requires the President to take all necessary steps to ensure that such assistance shall not be provided to the Government of Yugoslavia or the Government of Serbia. (Sec. 102) Authorizes the President to provide assistance to the Government of Montenegro if the President determines, and reports to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and a specified congressional committee, that such government is committed to, and is taking steps to promote, democratic principles, the rule of law, and respect for internationally recognized human rights. (Sec. 103) Directs the Broadcasting Board of Governors to further the open communication of information and ideas through the increased use of radio and television broadcastin…

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Cosponsors (3)

3 Republicans