An amendment providing that Sec. 4 of the bill ceases to be effective if (1) an internationally supervised referendum has been conducted which demonstrates that a majority of non-white South Africans oppose the ban on new investment, and (2) the Secretary certifies that the referdum was conducted in a fair manner and the results are believed to be definitive. Section 4 of the bill provides for restrictions on new investments, including bank loans in South Africa by American concerns or individuals.

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Amendment Number
68
Description
An amendment providing that Sec. 4 of the bill ceases to be effective if (1) an internationally supervised referendum has been conducted which demonstrates that a majority of non-white South Africans oppose the ban on new investment, and (2) the Secretary certifies that the referdum was conducted in a fair manner and the results are believed to be definitive. Section 4 of the bill provides for restrictions on new investments, including bank loans in South Africa by American concerns or individuals.
Congress
99
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Jun 4, 1985
Latest Action Text
Amendment Failed of Passage in Committee of Whole by Recorded Vote: 30 - 384 (Record Vote No: 136).
Submitted Date
Jun 4, 1985
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Jun 30, 2021
Amendment 68 — Informed