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S. 2019 (104th)

A bill to provide for referenda to resolve the political status of Puerto Rico, and for other purposes.

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Introduced

2 August 1996

Last action

2 August 1996 · Introduced

Status

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Sponsors

Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID], Sen. Simon, Paul [D-IL], Sen. Thomas, Craig [R-WY], Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV], Sen. Graham, Bob [D-FL], Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI], Sen. Cohen, William S. [R-ME]

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Summary

Requires a referendum to be held by December 31, 1998, on Puerto Rico's path to self-determination either through preserving its current political status, U.S. statehood, or separate sovereignty (independence or free association). Sets forth specified requirements with respect to the referendum and congressional procedures for consideration of legislation.

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Timeline

  1. 2 August 1996

    Introduced

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 2 August 1996

    Introduced

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9555-9559)

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 2 August 1996

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

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Introduced in Senate (text)

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  • Introduced in Senate (text)

    Introduced in Senate · EN · 2 August 1996

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    Introduced in Senate · EN · 2 August 1996

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  • Introduced in Senate

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