WashingtonWatch.com - H.R. 1886, The Pakistan Enduring Assistance and Cooperation Enhancement Act of 2009

Comment by Ihsan Nadir (October 18, 2009, 01:00:00)

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT

KL Bill has defamed America in Pakistan and proved harmful. Pakistani People, Statesman, Administration and Civil Society have SERIOUS RESERVATIONS regarding some sections of this legislation, if are amended it becomes acceptable to all stakeholders in Pakistan, otherwise in the long run A Dangerous Trap for Americans in Pakistan and they would be in an blind allie....

Comment by Goindi (October 17, 2009, 01:00:00)

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT

People of Pakistan are able establish a real Democracy themselves without any international aid, this aid is a trape to colonize this region....

Comment by Sexy (October 17, 2009, 01:00:00)

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT

We need sexy aid , not military aid...

Revision by webmaster (July 7, 2009, 01:00:00)

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

Detailed Summary

Pakistan Enduring Assistance and Cooperation Enhancement Act of 2009 or the PEACE Act of 2009 - Title I: Democratic, Economic, and Social Development Assistance for Pakistan - (Sec. 102) Authorizes the President to provide assistance for Pakistan to support: (1) democratic institutions in order to strengthen civilian rule and long-term stability; (2) the judicial system, the rule of law, and law enforcement; (3) economic development; (4) national, provincial, and local governmental and nongovernmental institutions; (5) public education; (6) human rights, including programs to strengthen civil society organizations that promote internationally recognized human rights; (7) health care; and (8) public diplomacy to promote a better understanding of the United States and to combat militant extremism.

Expresses the sense of Congress in favor of efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons in Pakistan.

(Sec. 103) States that to the extent that Pakistan continues to evolve toward civilian control of the government and to implement economic reform programs the President should mobilize multilateral financial and economic and currency stabilization assistance for Pakistan.

(Sec. 104) Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Democracy and Prosperity Fund.

(Sec. 105) Authorizes FY2010-FY2013 appropriations to carry out this title.

Expresses the sense of Congress that U.S. assistance under this title should be made available on a proportional and equitable basis between the Federally Administered Tribal Areas of Pakistan (FATA) and other regions of Pakistan.

Title II: Security Assistance for Pakistan - (Sec. 201) Expresses the sense of Congress that U.S. security assistance for Pakistan should be: (1) used to improve relationships between U.S. and Pakistani military personnel; and (2) fully accountable, contingent upon Pakistan ending support for terrorist groups, and should meet Pakistan's national security needs.

(Sec. 202) States that the purposes of assistance under this title are to: (1) support Pakistan's need to win the ongoing counterinsurgency within its borders and to secure its borders and prevent its territory from being used as a base for terrorist attacks; and (2) develop appreciation for democratic governance and for a military that is controlled by democratically elected civilian leadership.

(Sec. 203) Obligates FY2010-FY2013 funding for Pakistan for: (1) international military education and training, including a set-aside for training in counterinsurgency and civil-military relations; and (2) the foreign military financing program, including a set-aside for purchase of defense articles, defense services, and counterinsurgency and counterterrorism education and training.

States that Congress finds that the government of Pakistan is responsible for making the remaining payments on the 2006 F-16 aircraft and equipment sales with its own national funds.

Restricts, with a national security waiver, the use of foreign military financing funds for the purchase of, or upgrade to, F-16 aircraft and munitions.

Directs the President to transmit to the appropriate congressional committees a security plan for each of FY2010-FY2013.

Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should facilitate Pakistan's establishment of a program to provide reconstruction assistance in combat-damaged areas.

(Sec. 204) States that: (1) for FY2010, the Department of State's Pakistan Counterinsurgency Capability Fund (Fund) shall consist of amounts appropriated or otherwise available to the Secretary of State (Secretary) to carry out this section; and (2) Fund amounts shall be used to build and maintain Pakistan's counterinsurgency capability under the same terms as applicable to FY2009 amounts.

Authorizes the Secretary, with prior congressional notification, to transfer Fund amounts to the Department of Defense's (DOD) Pakistan Counterinsurgency Fund.

Prohibits, with a national security waiver, Fund amounts from being used to: (1) purchase certain F-16 aircraft updates; or (2) make payments on F-16 aircraft and equipment sales.

Authorizes FY2010 appropriations.

(Sec. 205) Authorizes the Secretary to establish the Pakistan military transition program to foster the principle of civilian rule through exchanges between Pakistani military and civilian personnel and similar personnel from countries in transition to democracy and from North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries.

(Sec. 206) Prohibits, with a national security waiver, military assistance from being provided to Pakistan beginning in FY2011 if the President fails to determine at the beginning of each fiscal year that Pakistan is taking actions to: (1) combat terrorist groups and prevent cross-border attacks; and (2) dismantle nuclear weapons-material supply networks in cooperation with the United States.

Requires a Government Accountability Office (GAO) analysis of such determinations.

(Sec. 207) Authorizes FY2010-FY2013 appropriations for this title, other than for section 204.

Title III: Miscellaneous Provisions - (Sec. 301) Directs the President to: (1) develop a comprehensive regional security strategy to work with the government of Pakistan and other relevant governments and organizations to implement counterinsurgency and counterterrorism efforts in the Pakistan-Afghanistan border areas, including the FATA and the North West Frontier Province of Pakistan, parts of Balochistan, and parts of Punjab; and (2) report to the appropriate congressional committees regarding such strategy.

(Sec. 302) Directs the President to establish a program using specified research models to evaluate the effectiveness of assistance provided to Pakistan under title I of this Act.

Authorizes the President to provide assistance to enhance Pakistan's capacity to monitor and evaluate the long-term impact of programs carried out by the national, provincial, and local governments.

Obligates specified FY2010-FY2013 appropriations for activities under this section.

(Sec. 303) Directs the Inspector General of the Department and the Inspector General of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to audit and oversee the obligation and expenditure of title I funds. Authorizes the establishment of field offices in Pakistan.

Obligates specified FY2010-FY2013 appropriations for such activities.

(Sec. 304) Requires, with a national security waiver, that any direct U.S. assistance, and any information required by the United States prior to providing the assistance, made on or after January 1, 2010, to the government of Pakistan be provided to, or received from, civilian authorities of a freely elected government of Pakistan.

(Sec. 305) Expresses the sense of Congress that the Secretary should establish a communications strategy overseen by the U.S. Chief of Mission in Pakistan to engage the people of Pakistan to help ensure the success of the measures authorized by this Act.

(Sec. 306) Sets forth reporting requirements for the President and the Comptroller General of the United States.

(Sec. 307) Terminates the authority of this Act, other than section 104 and title IV, after September 30, 2013.

Title IV: Duty-Free Treatment for Certain Goods from Reconstruction Zones in Afghanistan and Pakistan - Afghanistan-Pakistan Security and Property Enhancement Act - (Sec. 403) Authorizes the President to designate Reconstruction Opportunity Zones in Afghanistan or Pakistan upon a determination that the appropriate country: (1) has established or is making progress toward establishing a market-based economy, the rule of law, and certain economic policies; (2) is eliminating trade and investment barriers; (3) does not engage in activities that undermine U.S. security or policy interests; (4) does not engage in gross violations of human rights; and (5) does not provide support for acts of international terrorism.

(Sec. 404) Provides for the duty-free treatment of certain nontextile and nonapparel articles from a Reconstruction Opportunity Zone.

Sets forth provisions regarding: (1) general rules of origin; (2) rules of origin for certain articles from Afghanistan; and (3) excluded costs.

(Sec. 405) Provides for the duty-free treatment of certain textile and apparel articles from a Reconstruction Opportunity Zone.

Sets forth provisions regarding: (1) covered articles; (2) rules of origin; and (3) rules of origin for covered articles that are products of one or more Reconstruction Opportunity Zones in Afghanistan.

(Sec. 406) Conditions duty-free treatment upon specified enforcement measures, including measures to prevent such articles' unlawful transshipment.

Sets forth customs procedure and enforcement provisions.

Directs: (1) the Secretary of the Treasury to promulgate regulations setting forth customs procedures similar to specified North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) requirements; and (2) the President to deny all benefits under section 405 of this title for five years to an entity that has engaged in unlawful transshipment.

Directs U.S. Customs and Border Protection to provide technical assistance to Afghanistan and Pakistan for: (1) development and implementation of visa or electronic certification systems; and (2) anti-transshipment enforcement training. Authorizes FY2010-FY2023 appropriations.

(Sec. 407) Continues, after an initial 16-month period, the duty-free treatment of such articles from a Reconstruction Opportunity Zone in Afghanistan or Pakistan only if the President certifies to Congress that certain requirements have been met regarding: (1) establishment of a program to require textile or apparel exporting enterprises to participate in a technical assistance, capacity building, compliance assessment, and remediation program; and (2) designation of a labor official to oversee such program.

Authorizes compliance and duty-free extensions.

Sets forth program and reporting provisions.

Authorizes FY2010-FY2023 appropriations, with a separate authorization of appropriations for an evaluation and report by the Secretary of Labor.

(Sec. 408) Permits an interested party to file a request to have the eligibility status of Afghanistan or Pakistan reviewed.

(Sec. 409) Authorizes the President to withdraw, suspend, or limit the application of duty-free treatment under this Act. Requires congressional notification.

(Sec. 410) States that such duty-free treatment shall remain in effect through September 30, 2024.

(Sec. 411) Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to make specified customs fees increases in connection with imports and travel from Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Terminates such authority when the aggregate amount of collected fees equals $105 million.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 6/11/2009: Passed/agreed to in House. Status: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 234 - 185 (Roll no. 333).

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Comment by Craig (June 16, 2009, 01:00:00)

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Didn't anyone listen to Obama? We're in the middle of an economic CRISIS!...

Comment by Craig (June 16, 2009, 01:00:00)

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Didn't anyone listen to Obama? We're in the middle of an economic CRISIS!...

Revision by webmaster (June 12, 2009, 01:00:00)

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

Detailed Summary

Pakistan Enduring Assistance and Cooperation Enhancement Act of 2009 or the PEACE Act of 2009 - Authorizes the President to provide assistance for Pakistan to enhance: (1) democratic institutions in order to strengthen civilian rule and long-term stability; (2) the judicial system and law enforcement; (3) economic development; (4) national, provincial, and local governmental and nongovernmental institutions; (5) public education; (6) human rights, including establishment of an independent National Human Rights Commission; (7) health care; and (8) cultural and educational programs.

Expresses the sense of Congress in favor of efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons in Pakistan.

States that to the extent that Pakistan continues to evolve toward civilian control of the government and to implement economic reform programs, the President should mobilize multilateral support for Pakistan.

Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Democracy and Prosperity Fund.

Obligates funding for Pakistan for: (1) international military education and training; and (2) the foreign military financing program.

Restricts the use of funding for the purchase of, or upgrade to, F-16 fighter aircraft and munitions.

Authorizes the President, subject to congressional notification, to direct the drawdown of Department of Defense (DOD) articles, services, and military education and training and make such articles, services, and education and training available to Pakistan.

Authorizes the Secretary of State to establish the Pakistan military transition program to foster the principle of civilian rule through exchanges between military and civilian personnel of Pakistan and similar personnel from countries in transition to democracy and from North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries.

Prohibits military assistance from being provided to Pakistan if: (1) the President fails to determine that Pakistan is taking actions to dismantle nuclear weapons-material supply networks and to combat terrorist groups; or (2) a joint resolution disapproving any such determination is enacted into law.

Excludes from such prohibition assistance to counter terrorism along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Requires that authorizations of appropriations for counterterrorism assistance to Pakistan be made available only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State.

Directs the President to: (1) develop a regional security strategy to work with the government of Pakistan and other relevant governments and organizations to implement counterinsurgency and counterterrorism efforts in the Pakistan-Afghanistan border areas; and (2) implement a system to evaluate the effectiveness of democratic, economic, and social development assistance provided to Pakistan under this Act.

Requires that any direct U.S. assistance made on or after January 1, 2010, to the government of Pakistan be provided to, or received from, civilian authorities of a freely elected government of Pakistan.

Terminates the authority of this Act after September 30, 2013.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 6/11/2009: Passed/agreed to in House. Status: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 234 - 185 (Roll no. 333).

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Revision by webmaster (June 12, 2009, 01:00:00)

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

Detailed Summary

Expresses the sense of Congress in favor of efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons in Pakistan.

(Sec. 104) Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Democracy and Prosperity Fund.

(Sec. 105) Authorizes FY2010-FY2013 appropriations to carry out this title.

(Sec. 203) Obligates funding for Pakistan for: (1) international military education and training, including a set-aside for training in counterinsurgency and civil-military relations; and (2) the foreign military financing program, including a set-aside for purchase of defense articles, defense services, and counterinsurgency and counterterrorism education and training.

Restricts the use of funding for the purchase of, or upgrade to, F-16 fighter aircraft and munitions.

Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should facilitate Pakistan's establishment of a program to provide reconstruction assistance in combat-damaged areas.

(Sec. 204) Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Counterinsurgency Capabilities Fund to enhance Pakistan's counterinsurgency and counterterrorism capability, including: (1) training and equipping of the armed forces and paramilitary and other security forces; and (2) building such forces' capability to respond to humanitarian and reconstruction relief.

Sets forth funding transfer and reporting provisions.

Authorizes FY2010-FY2013 appropriations.

(Sec. 205) Authorizes the Secretary of State to establish the Pakistan military transition program to foster the principle of civilian rule through exchanges between Pakistani military and civilian personnel and similar personnel from countries in transition to democracy and from North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries.

(Sec. 206) Prohibits, with a national security waiver, specified military assistance from being provided to Pakistan if the President fails to determine that Pakistan is taking actions to: (1) combat terrorist groups; and (2) dismantle nuclear weapons-material supply networks in cooperation with the United States.

(Sec. 207) Authorizes FY2010-FY2013 appropriations for this title, other than for section 204.

Title III: Miscellaneous Provisions - (Sec. 301) Directs the President to: (1) develop a comprehensive regional security strategy to work with the government of Pakistan and other relevant governments and organizations to implement counterinsurgency and counterterrorism efforts in the Pakistan-Afghanistan border areas, including the Federally Administered Tribal Areas of Pakistan and the North West Frontier Province of Pakistan (Peshawar), parts of Balochistan, and parts of Punjab; and (2) report to the appropriate congressional committees regarding such strategy.

(Sec. 302) Directs the President to establish a program using specified research models to evaluate the effectiveness of assistance provided to Pakistan under title I of this Act.

Authorizes the President to provide assistance to enhance Pakistan's capacity to monitor and evaluate the long-term impact of programs carried out by the national, provincial, and local governments.

Obligates specified FY2010-FY2013 appropriations for activities under this section.

Obligates specified FY2010-FY2013 appropriations for such activities.

(Sec. 304) Requires, with a national security waiver, that any direct U.S. assistance made on or after January 1, 2010, to the government of Pakistan be provided to, or received from, civilian authorities of a freely elected government of Pakistan.

(Sec. 306) Sets forth reporting requirements for the President and the Comptroller General of the United States.

(Sec. 307) Terminates the authority of this Act, other than section 104, after September 30, 2013.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 6/11/2009: Passed/agreed to in House. Status: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 234 - 185 (Roll no. 333).

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Status as of June 11, 2009

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

6/11/2009: Passed/agreed to in House. Status: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 234 - 185 (Roll no. 333).

Comment by Betty444 (June 10, 2009, 01:00:00)

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

If they can afford Nukes they can take care of themselves with their drug money!...

Revision by webmaster (June 10, 2009, 01:00:00)

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

Detailed Summary

Expresses the sense of Congress in favor of efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons in Pakistan.

Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Democracy and Prosperity Fund.

Obligates funding for Pakistan for: (1) international military education and training; and (2) the foreign military financing program.

Restricts the use of funding for the purchase of, or upgrade to, F-16 fighter aircraft and munitions.

Excludes from such prohibition assistance to counter terrorism along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Requires that authorizations of appropriations for counterterrorism assistance to Pakistan be made available only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State.

Terminates the authority of this Act after September 30, 2013.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 6/9/2009: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 522 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1886 and H.R. 2410 . Measure will be considered read. A specified amendment is in order. Resolution provides for consideration of both H.R. 1886 , H.R. 2410 . In each case, all points of order against consideration of the bills are waived except for clause 9 and 10 of rule XXI. General debate on each bill shall continue for not to exceed one hour, equally divided and controlled.

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Comment by JayCue (June 9, 2009, 01:00:00)

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

What do we get for this investment? Better access to heroin? I say step back and let these folks settle their own affairs....

Status as of June 9, 2009

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

6/9/2009: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 522 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1886 and H.R. 2410 . Measure will be considered read. A specified amendment is in order. Resolution provides for consideration of both H.R. 1886 , H.R. 2410 . In each case, all points of order against consideration of the bills are waived except for clause 9 and 10 of rule XXI. General debate on each bill shall continue for not to exceed one hour, equally divided and controlled.

Comment by D BROOKS (June 8, 2009, 01:00:00)

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

1ST, TAKE CARE OF AMERICA. ONCE THAT IS DONE THEN THROWING MONEY AWAY MAY BE MORE ACCEPTABLE....

Revision by webmaster (June 3, 2009, 01:00:00)

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

Detailed Summary

Expresses the sense of Congress in favor of efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons in Pakistan.

Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Democracy and Prosperity Fund.

Obligates funding for Pakistan for: (1) international military education and training; and (2) the foreign military financing program.

Restricts the use of funding for the purchase of, or upgrade to, F-16 fighter aircraft and munitions.

Excludes from such prohibition assistance to counter terrorism along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Requires that authorizations of appropriations for counterterrorism assistance to Pakistan be made available only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State.

Terminates the authority of this Act after September 30, 2013.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 6/2/2009: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 66.

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Status as of June 2, 2009

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

6/2/2009: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 66.

Revision by webmaster (May 23, 2009, 01:00:00)

Sat, 23 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

Detailed Summary

Expresses the sense of Congress in favor of efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons in Pakistan.

Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Democracy and Prosperity Fund.

Obligates funding for Pakistan for: (1) international military education and training; and (2) the foreign military financing program.

Restricts the use of funding for the purchase of, or upgrade to, F-16 fighter aircraft and munitions.

Excludes from such prohibition assistance to counter terrorism along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Requires that authorizations of appropriations for counterterrorism assistance to Pakistan be made available only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State.

Terminates the authority of this Act after September 30, 2013.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 5/22/2009: Committee on Rules discharged.

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Status as of May 22, 2009

Fri, 22 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT

5/22/2009: Committee on Rules discharged.

Revision by webmaster (May 21, 2009, 01:00:00)

Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

Detailed Summary

Expresses the sense of Congress in favor of efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons in Pakistan.

Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Democracy and Prosperity Fund.

Obligates funding for Pakistan for: (1) international military education and training; and (2) the foreign military financing program.

Restricts the use of funding for the purchase of, or upgrade to, F-16 fighter aircraft and munitions.

Excludes from such prohibition assistance to counter terrorism along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Requires that authorizations of appropriations for counterterrorism assistance to Pakistan be made available only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State.

Terminates the authority of this Act after September 30, 2013.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 5/20/2009: House committee/subcommittee actions. Status: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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Status as of May 20, 2009

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT

5/20/2009: House committee/subcommittee actions. Status: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Revision by webmaster (April 17, 2009, 01:00:00)

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

Detailed Summary

Expresses the sense of Congress in favor of efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons in Pakistan.

Establishes in the Treasury the Pakistan Democracy and Prosperity Fund.

Obligates funding for Pakistan for: (1) international military education and training; and (2) the foreign military financing program.

Restricts the use of funding for the purchase of, or upgrade to, F-16 fighter aircraft and munitions.

Excludes from such prohibition assistance to counter terrorism along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Requires that authorizations of appropriations for counterterrorism assistance to Pakistan be made available only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State.

Terminates the authority of this Act after September 30, 2013.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 4/2/2009: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

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H.R. 1886 would authorize democratic, economic, and social development assistance for Pakistan, to authorize security assistance for Pakistan.

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Status as of April 2, 2009

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EDT

4/2/2009: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.