H.R. 4654 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To reauthorize the Tropical Forest Conservation Act of 1998 through fiscal year 2007, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4654 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jun 23, 2004, sponsored by Rob Portman with 33 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 23, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 33
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 108-323
What it does
Amends the Tropical Forest Conservation Act of 1998 to authorize: (1) appropriations through FY 2007 for concessional loan debt reduction for developing countries with tropical forests; (2) specified amounts for program audits and evaluations; and (3) principal and interest payments in local currency (under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 and the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rob Portman (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 14 Democrats, 19 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 23, 2004
- Passed the HouseSep 7, 2004
- Passed the SenateSep 28, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentSep 30, 2004
- Became lawOct 6, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-323. (Oct 6, 2004)
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Committees
- Foreign Relations Committee
- Foreign Affairs Committee
More
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