III 111th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. 17 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 9, 2009 Mr. McConnell (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. McCain, and Mr. Durbin) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance JOINT RESOLUTION Approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and for other purposes.

1.

Amendment to Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003

Section 9(b)(3) of the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 (Public Law 108–61; 50 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended by striking six years and inserting nine years.

2.

Renewal of import restrictions under Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003

(a)

In general

Congress approves the renewal of the import restrictions contained in section 3(a)(1) and section 3A (b)(1) and (c)(1) of the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. (b)

Rule of construction

This joint resolution shall be deemed to be a renewal resolution for purposes of section 9 of the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003.

3.

Effective date

This joint resolution and the amendments made by this joint resolution shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this joint resolution or July 26, 2009, whichever occurs first.