    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1995, Book II)]
    [December 29, 1995]
    [Page 1932]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Message to the Congress Transmitting a Report on Most-Favored-Nation
    Trade Status for Russia
    December 29, 1995

    To the Congress of the United States:
        On September 21, 1994, I determined and reported to the Congress
    that the Russian Federation is in full compliance with the freedom of
    emigration criteria of sections 402 and 409 of the Trade Act of 1974.
    This action allowed for the continuation of most-favored-nation (MFN)
    status for Russia and certain other activities without the requirement
    of an annual waiver.
        As required by law, I am submitting an updated report to the
    Congress concerning the emigration laws and policies of the Russian
    Federation. You will find that the report indicates continued Russian
    compliance with U.S. and international standards in the area of
    emigration.

                                                          William J. Clinton

    The White House,

    December 29, 1995.