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HAMDT 770 (98th)

An amendment to prohibit the commitment of U.S. troops in El Salvador and Nicaragua for combat. This is not to apply if 1) Congress declares war or enacts specific authorization for such introduction, 2) the introduction is necessary because of clear and present danger of a) hostile attack on the U.S., its territories or posessions, or b) provided necessary protection for the U.S. embassy, or c) provide necessary protection for and to evacuate U.S. government personnel or U.S. citizens.