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 PUBLIC LAW 99-174—DEC. 11, 1985

99 STAT. 1033

Public Law 99-174 99th Congress Joint Resolution ReafHrming the friendship of the people of the United States with the people of Colombia following the devastating volcanic eruption of November 13, 1985.

Dec. 11, 1985 [H.J. Res. 459]

Whereas on November 13, 1985, Colombia suffered a major volcanic eruption which caused widespread flooding and mudslides; Whereas this disaster resulted in a tragic loss of life and numerous injuries to the Colombian people; and Whereas the United States has historic ties of friendship with Colombia: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. EXTENSION OF UNITED STATES SYMPATHY AND SOLIDARITY.

The Government of the United States, on behalf of its citizens, extends to the people and Government of Colombia the deep sympathy and solidarity of the United States in this time of tragedy. SEC. 2. RELIEF AND REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE.

The Congress encourages the President to provide all appropriate Disaster relief and rehabilitation assistance to help prevent further loss of assistance. life, and to prevent further suffering among the people of Colombia. SEC. 3. COOPERATION IN LONG TERM RECOVER EFFORTS.

The Government of the United States, in consultation with the Government of Colombia, is prepared to cooperate with Colombia in long term efforts to recover from the effects of this disaster. Approved December 11, 1985.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 459: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 131 (1985): Nov. 19, considered and passed House. Nov. 23, considered and passed Senate.

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