[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.