An amendment to double funding in the Defense and Energy Departments for scientific research into the "nuclear winter" phenomenon. In addition a presidentially-appointed commission would be established to evaluate the national security implications of nuclear winter.

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Amendment Number
1171
Description
An amendment to double funding in the Defense and Energy Departments for scientific research into the "nuclear winter" phenomenon. In addition a presidentially-appointed commission would be established to evaluate the national security implications of nuclear winter.
Congress
99
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Aug 15, 1986
Latest Action Text
Amendment Passed in Committee of the Whole by Voice Vote.
Submitted Date
Aug 15, 1986
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Jun 30, 2021
Amendment 1171 — Informed