S 1819
Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Permanent General Provisions Act of 2019
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This bill makes several Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs provisions permanent. It establishes requirements for public disclosure of consulting contracts, prohibits assistance to countries with military coups, limits assistance to countries in default on U.S. loans, and restricts the export of commodities that would cause substantial injury to U.S. producers. The bill also outlines procedures for notification of funding, aircraft use, and representation expenses, and addresses issues related to international financial institutions and local currency management. Finally, it includes provisions regarding debt-for-development and war crimes tribunals.
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Patrick J. Leahy
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