United States · Bill · HR
H.R. 997 (99th)
A bill to prohibit United States persons from making or holding any investment in South Africa, and for other purposes.
Introduced
6 February 1985
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Status
For Further Action See H.R.4868.
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7 February 2024
Summary
Prohibits any U.S. person from making or holding any investment in South Africa. Prohibits importing any article grown or produced in South Africa. Prohibits exporting to South Africa goods, technology, or other information subject to U.S. jurisdiction, except for certain medicine and medical supplies. Directs the Secretary of Transportation to prohibit landing rights for South African aircraft, except in emergencies. Prohibits importing gold coins minted in or sold by South Africa. Prohibits tax credits or deductions for any income, war profits, or excess profits taxes paid or accrued to South Africa. Directs the President to provide for enforcement of this Act. Sets forth penalties for violations of this Act.
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Introduced in House
summary · EN · 6 February 1985
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/99th-congress/house-bill/997
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/99/hr/997