HR 2643 · 99th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

A bill to amend the District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act, to facilitate the issuance of bonds and notes by the District of Columbia.

Introduced 1985-06-03· Sponsored by Del. Fauntroy, Walter E. [D-DC-At Large]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
3
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Subcommittee Hearings Held.(1985-07-15)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act to provide for the issuance by the District of Columbia of bonds and notes to finance various capital projects. Creates a first priority lien in the security interest of a holder of such a note or bond. Authorizes the D.C. Council to take certain action to improve the marketability of such notes and bonds, including letters of credit, loan agreements, credit agreements, and bond insurance. Outlines administrative guidelines concerning the issuance of such bonds and notes. Provides that any Act authorizing the District of Columbia to issue such bonds and notes shall also authorize the levy of a special tax necessary to ensure full repayment on such bonds and notes. Provides that such bonds, notes, or other obligations issued by the District shall not be deemed to be directly or indirectly guaranteed by the United States for any purpose under the laws of the United States. Directs the United States to pledge that it will not enact any law or otherwise impair the power or duty of the District to fulfill its responsibility concerning the issuance of such bonds and notes, nor will it in any way impair th…

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