A joint resolution relating to humanitarian assistance for Nicaraguan resistance forces.

Summary

Provides $14,000,000 in funds for FY 1985 for humanitarian assistance to resistance forces opposed to the Government in Nicaragua. Sets forth specified conditions for the provision of such funds. Prohibits assistance to such forces except as authorized by this Act. Requires the President to report to the Congress not later than September 1, 1985, on the expenditure of such funds. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should encourage and support the Contadora nations in their efforts to negotiate and conclude an agreement based on the Contadora Document of Objectives. Provides for the payment of expenses arising from the implementation of such agreement to the Contadora nations. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should enter into discussions with its allies regarding possible economic sanctions against Nicaragua. Sets forth specified procedures for the authorization of such sanctions. Permits the President, under specified conditions, to request the Congress to authorize additional assistance for the resistance forces. Sets forth specified congressional rules and procedures relating to this Act.

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 23 April 1985

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