    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (1999, Book II)]
    [November 2, 1999]
    [Page 1950]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on House Action on Proposed Legislation To Provide Assistance
    to African, Caribbean, and Central American Nations
    November 2, 1999

        Today's vote is an important milestone in our effort to build a new
    economic relationship with sub-Saharan Africa and deepen ties with our
    Caribbean and Central American neighbors. This legislation will help
    increase trade, enhance opportunity, and boost economic growth in
    America and nations in Africa, the Caribbean, and Central America. I
    urge the Senate to pass this bill as soon as possible.