S 2202 · 94th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

A bill to delay the use of funds for military construction on the island of Diego Garcia.

Introduced 1975-07-28· Sponsored by Sen. Humphrey, Hubert H. [D-MN]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Armed Services.(1975-07-28)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Provides that no funds authorized for the construction of any military facility on the island of Diego Garcia may be obligated for such purpose: (1) prior to September 1, 1976, unless the President determines and notifies the Congress in writing that the Soviet Union has, after the date of enactment of this Act, continued to construct and substantially expand military facilities in Somalia, the Indian Ocean, and the Persian Gulf area; and (2) after September 1, 1976, unless the President is unsuccessful in negotiating an agreement with the Soviet Union by September 1, 1976, to limit the military presence of both the Soviet Union and the United States in the Indian Ocean area.…

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