H.R. 2870 · 105th Congress · 1997–1998
To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to facilitate protection of tropical forests through debt reduction with developing countries with tropical forests.
H.R. 2870 in the 105th Congress (1997–1998) became law — introduced on Nov 7, 1997, sponsored by Rob Portman. Congress held 3 roll call votes on it.
During the 105th Congress (1997–1998), Bill Clinton was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Nov 7, 1997
- Policy area
- International affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 105-214
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedNov 7, 1997
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJul 29, 1998
Every roll call vote on this bill
- H.R.2870 by portman (r-oh) -- tropical forest conservation act of 1998 (house agreed to the gilman amendment…House · Mar 19, 1998
- (house agreed to the vento en bloc amendment that makes eligible grants for the research and identification…House · Mar 19, 1998
- Tropical Forest Conservation ActHouse · Mar 19, 1998
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