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 99 STAT. 490

PUBLIC LAW 99-116—OCT. 4, 1985 Public Law 99-116 99th Congress

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Oct. 4, 1985 [H.J. Res. 394]

Disaster assistance.

Reaffirming our historic solidarity with the people of Mexico following the devastating earthquake of September 19, 1985.

Whereas on September 19, 1985, Mexico suffered a devastating earthquake resulting in heavy loss of life and injuries to many of its citizens; Whereas the United States is both Mexico's neighbor and friend; and Whereas bonds of family, friendship, and mutual esteem link the peoples of our two nations: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled. That the Government of the United States, on behalf of the citizens of the United States, extends to the people and Government of Mexico our most profound sympathies in this time of tragedy. SEC. 2. The President should provide all appropriate relief and rehabilitation assistance to help prevent further loss of life, alleviate suffering, and safeguard the public health in Mexico. SEC. 3. The United States, in consultation with the Government of Mexico, is prepared to cooperate with Mexico in long term efforts to recover from the effects of the earthquake. Approved October 4, 1985.

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LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 394: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 131 (1985): Sept. 20, considered and passed House and Senate. WEEKLY COMPILATION OF PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS, Vol. 21, No. 41 (1985): Oct. 4, Presidential statement.

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