Proclamation 6160.
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104 STAT. 5327 Proclamation 6160 of July 18, 1990 Captive Nations Week, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The end of communist domination in Eastern Europe and progress toward democratization and greater openness in the Soviet Union are signs of a new era. Ideals we Americans have long cherished and defended—ideals of individual liberty and self-government—are triumphing in nations that once bore the heavy yoke of totalitarianism. Human rights that were once brutally suppressed are gaining increasing respect, and political pluralism is replacing the tired dogmas of one-party rule—dogmas that have been thoroughly discredited time and again.
With vigilance and unfailing moral resolve, we have made great strides in our efforts to promote freedom and human rights around the world. Tragically, however, there remain countries where repressive ruling regimes continue to cling to ideologies that are inimical to the ideals of national sovereignty and individual liberty. In violation of international human rights agreements and fundamental standards of morality, these regimes continue to deny innocent men and women their inalienable rights, including freedom of speech, freedom of movement and assembly, freedom of the press, and the right to practice their religious beliefs without fear of persecution.
Each July, as we celebrate our Nation’s Independence and give thanks for the blessings of liberty and self-government, we also recall our obligation to speak out for captive peoples around the world. During Captive Nations Week, we reaffirm our support for peaceful efforts to secure their right to liberty and self-determination. As more and more government leaders around the world now acknowledge, the God-given rights of individuals must be recognized in law and respected in practice.
Protecting the rights and freedom to which all men are heirs is not only the duty of any legitimate government, but also the key to real and lasting peace among nations. That is one reason why, during this Captive Nations Week, we do well to recall the timeless words written by Thomas Jefferson shortly before his death in 1826 on the 50th anniversary of our Nation’s Independence: All eyes are opened, or opening, to the rights of man. The general spread of the light of science has already laid open to every view the palpable truth, that the mass of mankind has not been born with saddles on their backs, nor a favored few booted and spurred, ready to ride them legitimately, by the grace of God.
These are grounds of hope for others. For ourselves, let the annual return of this day forever refresh our recollections of these rights, and an undiminished devotion to them. . . . The Congress, by Joint Resolution approved July 17, 1959 (73 Stat. 212), has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation designating the third week in July of each year as “Captive Nations Week.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning July 15, 1990, as 104 STAT. 5328Captive Nations Week.
I call upon the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities, and I urge them to reaffirm their devotion to the aspirations of all peoples for liberty, justice, and self-determination. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of July, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH **Editorial note**:
For the President’s remarks of Jul. 25, on signing Proclamation 6160, see the *Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents* (vol. 26, p. 1160). 6161 July 19, 1990 Lyme Disease Awareness Week, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6161 of July 19, 1990 Lyme Disease Awareness Week, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Lyme disease is a complex disorder that can affect the skin, joints, nervous system, heart, and other parts of the body.
Although it is easily treated when diagnosed early, Lyme disease can become very serious if it remains undetected. The disease is caused by a bacterial infection that is transmitted to humans by the bite of a very small tick. These ticks are frequently no larger than the head of a pin. They feed primarily on deer and field mice, but other hosts include cats, dogs, birds, horses, and cattle. Lyme disease was discovered in 1975 by a rheumatologist who found a high incidence of arthritis first in children, then in adults, living in Lyme, Connecticut, and nearby towns.
Most patients lived in wooded areas, and their first symptoms appeared in the summer months. In 1981, the specific cause of the disease, the spiral-shaped bacterium called Borrelia burgdorferi, was identified at the National Institutes of Health by an expert scientist in tick-borne diseases. Since its discovery in Connecticut, Lyme disease has been found in 45 States. More than 21,000 cases have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control since 1982. People who frequent wooded areas and forest edges—such as campers, hikers, and outdoor workers—are especially likely to come in contact with the tick that carries the disease.
Early symptoms include a bull’s-eye-shaped rash at the site of a tick bite, headaches, joint pain, fever, and swollen glands. Later symptoms may mimic those of arthritis and/or brain, nerve, and heart disease. If left untreated, Lyme disease can seriously damage the nervous system, heart, joints, and skin. But, in its early stages, Lyme disease is readily treated with antibiotics such as oral penicillin, erythromycin, and tetracycline. Many governmental, scientific, and voluntary health organizations have committed themselves to promoting public awareness and understanding of Lyme disease.
In support of their efforts, the Congress, by Senate 104 STAT. 5329Joint Resolution 276, has designated the week beginning July 22, 1990, as “Lyme Disease Awareness Week” and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this occasion. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning July 22, 1990, as Lyme Disease Awareness Week. I urge the people of the United States as well as educational, scientific, health care, and community service organizations to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of July, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH 6162 July 23, 1990 To Modify Duty-Free Treatment Under the Generalized System of Preferences Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6162 of July 23, 1990 To Modify Duty-Free Treatment Under the Generalized System of Preferences By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation 1.
Pursuant to Title V of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the 1974 Act) (19 U.S.C. 2461 *et seq*.), the President may designate specified articles provided for in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS)as eligible for preferential tariff treatment under the Generalized System of Preferences
(GSP)when imported from designated beneficiary developing countries. 2. Pursuant to sections 501, 503(a), 504(a), and 604 of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2461, 2463(a), 2464(a), and 2483), in order to subdivide and amend the nomenclature of existing provisions of the HTS for the purposes of the GSP, I have determined, after taking into account information and advice received under section 503(a), that the HTS should be modified to adjust the designation of eligible articles. In addition, pursuant to Title V of the 1974 Act, I have determined that it is appropriate to designate specified articles provided for in the HTS as eligible for preferential tariff treatment under the GSP when imported from any designated beneficiary developing country. I have also determined, pursuant to section 504(a) of the 1974 Act, that certain beneficiary countries should not receive preferential tariff treatment under the GSP with respect to certain articles designated as eligible for preferential treatment under the GSP. 3. Section 604 of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2483) authorizes the President to embody in the HTS the substance of the provisions of that Act, and of other acts affecting import treatment, and actions thereunder. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, including but not limited to Title V and section 604 of the 1974 Act, do proclaim that: 104 STAT. 5330
(1)In order to provide benefits under the GSP to specified designated eligible articles when imported from any designated beneficiary developing country, the HTS is modified as provided in Annex I to this proclamation.
(a)In order to provide benefits under the GSP to specified designated eligible articles when imported from any designated beneficiary developing country, the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn for each of the HTS subheadings enumerated in Annex 11(a) and
(b)to this proclamation is modified as provided in such Annex II(a) and (b).
(b)In order to provide benefits under the GSP to specified designated eligible articles when imported from designated beneficiary developing countries and to provide that one or more countries should not be treated as beneficiary developing countries with respect to such eligible articles for purposes of the GSP, the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn for each of the HTS subheadings enumerated in Annex 11(c) to this proclamation is modified by inserting the symbol “A*” as provided in such Annex U(c).
(3)In order to provide that one or more countries should not be treated as beneficiary developing countries with respect to certain eligible articles for purposes of the GSP, general note 3(c)(ii)(D) of the HTS is modified as provided in Annex III to this proclamation.
(4)In order to provide for the continuation of previously proclaimed staged rate reductions on goods originating in the territory of Canada in the HTS subheadings in Annex I to this proclamation, effective with respect to goods originating in the territory of Canada which are entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the dates specified in Annex IV to this proclamation, the rate of duty in the HTS that is followed by the symbol “CA” in parentheses set forth in the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn for each of the HTS subheadings enumerated in such Annex shall be deleted and the rate of duty provided in such Annex inserted in lieu thereof.
(5)In order to provide for the continuation of previously proclaimed staged rate reductions for products of Israel in the HTS subheadings in Annex I to this proclamation, effective with respect to products of Israel entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the dates specified in Annex V to this proclamation, the rate of duty in the HTS that is followed by the symbol “IL” in parentheses set forth in the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn for each of the HTS subheadings enumerated in such Annex shall be deleted and the rate of duty provided in such Annex inserted in lieu thereof.
(6)Any provisions of previous proclamations and Executive orders inconsistent with the provisions of this proclamation are hereby superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
(7)Except as provided for in paragraphs
(4)and
(5)of this proclamation, the amendments made by this proclamation shall be effective with respect to articles both:
(i)imported on or after January 1, 1976, and
(ii)entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after August 1, 1990. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of July, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, 104 STAT. 5331and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH Annex I *Notes*: 1. Bracketed matter is included to assist in the understanding of proclaimed modifications. 2. The following supersedes matter now in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS). The subheadings and superior descriptions are set forth in columnar format, and material in such columns is inserted in the columns of the HTS designated “Heading/Subheading”, “Article Description”, “Rates of Duty 1-General”, “Rates of Duty 1-Special”, and “Rates of Duty 2”, respectively. *Effective as to articles entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after August 1, 1990*:
(a)Subheading 0304.10.20 is superseded by: [Fish fillets...:] [Fresh or chilled:] “0304.10.10 Cod, cusk, haddock, pollock and Atlantic ocean perch (rosefish) 4.134¢/kg Free (E,IL) 5.5¢/kg 2.4¢/kg
(CA)Hake (Urophycis spp.) 0304.10.30 4.134¢/kg Free (A,E,IL) 5.5¢/kg” 2.44/kg
(b)Subheading 0304.20.40 is superseded by: [Fish fillets...:] [Frozen fillets:] [Other:] “0304.20.30 Cod, cusk, haddock, pollock and Atlantic ocean perch (rosefish) 4.134¢/kg Free (E,IL) 5.5¢/kg 2.4¢/kg
(CA)Hake (Urophycis spp.) 0304.20.50 4.134¢/kg Free (A,E,IL) 5.5¢/kg” 2.4¢/kg
(c)Subheadings 0710.22.10 and 0710.22.35 are superseded and the following inserted in numerical sequence: [Vegetables...:] [Leguminous vegetables...:] [Beans...:] [Not reduced in size:] “Lima beans: 0710.22.10 If entered during the period from November 1 in any year to the following May 31, inclusive 5.2¢/kg Free (A,E,IL) 7.7¢/kg 4.1¢/kg
(CA)0710.22.15 Other 7.7¢/kg Free (A,E,IL) 7.7¢/kg 6.1¢/kg
(CA)0710.22.37 Other 7.7¢/kg Free (E,IL) 7.7¢/kg” 6.1¢/kg
(d)Subheadings 6406.10.75 and 6406.10.80 are superseded by: 104 STAT. 5332 [Parts of footwear...:] [Uppers and parts...:] [Other:] [Other:] “Of cotton: 6406.10.72 Uppers of which less than 50 percent of the external surface area (including any leather, rubber or plastics accessories or reinforcements such as mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is textile materials 11.2% Free
(A)62.9% 3.4%
(IL)8.9%
(CA)6406.10.77 Other 11.2% 3.4%
(IL)62.9% 8.9%
(CA)Other: 6406.10.85 Uppers of which less than 50 percent of the external surface area (including any leather, rubber or plastics accessories or reinforcements such as mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is textile materials 9% Free (A,E*) 78.5% 2.7%
(IL)7.2%
(CA)6406.10.90 Other 9% Free (E*) 78.5%” 2.7%
(IL)7.2%
(e)Subheading 8714.91.10 is superseded by: [Parts and accessories...:] [Other:] [Frames and forks...:] “Frames: 8714.91.20 Valued over $600 each 4.9% Free (A,E,IL) 30% 3.9%
(CA)8714.91.30 Other 4.9% Free (E,IL) 30%” 3.9%
(CA)Annex II Modification in the HTS of an Article’s Preferential Tariff Treatment under the GSP Effective as to articles entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after August 1, 1990:
(a)For the following HTS subheadings, in the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn, insert in the parentheses following the “Free” rate the symbol “A.” in alphabetical order: 0306.14.20 0811.90.50 2001.90.25 2206.10.60 0306.24.20 1102.90.60 2005.20.00 2208.10.90 0709.10.00 1104.22.00 2008.30.37 2936.28.00 0709.20.10 1104.23.00 2008.99.45 3004.50.30 0711.20.15 1212.92.00 2008.99.80 3005.10.50 0714.10.00 1516.10.00 2009.30.10 3005.90.50 0810.10.20 1604.13.40 2009.30.20 3302.10.20 0811.20.40 1604.13.50 2208.10.30 3808.20.20 104 STAT. 5333 3921.12.19 7004.90.25 7318.12.00 8301.10.60 4412.99.50 7004.90.30 7801.91.00 9502.10.40 5702.99.20 7004.90.40 7901.20.00 9502.10.80
(b)For HTS subheadings 5903.10.10 and 5903.90.10, in the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn, insert “Free (A)”.
(c)For the following HTS subheadings, in the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn, insert in the parentheses following the “Free” rate the symbol “A*,” in alphabetical order: 0804.50.60 1605.10.20 4412.12.20 4412.29.40 0807.20.00 4412.11.20 4412.12.50 4421.90.50 0810.10.40 4412.11.50 4412.29.30 4421.90.60 Annex III Modifications to General Note 3(c)(ii) of the HTS Effective as to articles entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after August 1, 1990, general note 3(c)(ii)(D) is modified by adding in numerical sequence, the following HTS subheadings and countries set opposite them: 0804.50.80 Mexico 0807.20.00 Mexico 0810.10.40 Mexico 1805.10.20 Malaysia; Thailand 4412.11.20 Indonesia 4412.11.50 Indonesia 4412.12.20 Brazil; Indonesia 4412.12.50 Brazil; Indonesia 4412.29.30 Brazil; Indonesia 4412.29.40 Brazil; Indonesia 4421.90.50 Brazil 4421.90.60 Brazil Annex IV *Effective with respect to goods originating in the territory of Canada which are entered or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the dates set forth in the following tabulation*: For each of the following HTS subheadings created by Annex I of this proclamation, on or after January 1 of each of the following years, the rate of duty in the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn that is followed by the symbol “CA” in parentheses is deleted and the corresponding rate of duty inserted in lieu thereof: HTS 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 subheading 0304.10.10 1.6¢/kg 0.8¢/kg Free Free Free Free Free Free 0304.10.30 1.6¢/kg 0.8¢/kg Free Free Free Free Free Free 0304.20.30 1.6¢/kg 0.8¢/kg Free Free Free Free Free Free 0304.20.50 1.6¢/kg 0.8¢/kg Free Free Free Free Free Free 0710.22.15 5.3¢/kg 4.6¢/kg 3.8¢/kg 3¢/kg 2.3¢/kg 1.5¢/kg 0.7¢/kg Free 0710.22.37 5.3¢/kg 4.6¢kg 3.8¢/kg 3¢/kg 2.3¢/kg 1.5¢/kg 0.7¢/kg Free 6406.10.72 7.8% 6.7% 5.6% 4.4% 3.3% 2.2% 1.1% Free 6406.10.77 7.8% 6.7% 5.6% 4.4% 3.3% 2.2% 1.1% Free 6406.10.85 6.3% 5.4% 4.5% 3.6% 2.7% 1.8% 0.9% Free 6406.10.90 6.3% 5.4% 4.5% 3.6% 2.7% 1.8% 0.9% Free 8714.91.20 3.4% 2.9% 2.4% 1.9% 1.4% 0.9% 0.4% Free 8714.91.30 3.4% 2.9% 2.4% 1.9% 1.4% 0.9% 0.4% Free 104 STAT. 5334 Annex V *Effective with respect to products of Israel which ore entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the dates set forth in the following tabulation*: For each of the following HTS subheadings created by Annex I of this proclamation, the rate of duty in the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn that is followed by the symbol “IL” in parentheses is deleted and the corresponding rate of duty inserted in lieu thereof on the date specified below. HTS Subheading January 1, 1992 January 1, 1995 6406.10.72 1.1% Free 6406.10.77 1.1% Free 6406.10.85 0.9% Free 6406.10.90 0.9% Free 6163 July 31, 1990 Helsinki Human Rights Day, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6163 of July 31, 1990 Helsinki Human Rights Day, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Fifteen years ago, the United States, Canada, and 33 European states joined in adopting the Helsinki Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE). The signing of the Helsinki Final Act established a framework for eliminating the barriers between East and West and advancing the goals of freedom, openness, and security in Europe. The Helsinki accords recognized that upholding individual dignity and human rights is not only the duty of any legitimate government but also the key to economic prosperity and lasting peace among nations. The very word “Helsinki” served as an inspiration to countless dissidents throughout Eastern Europe, who formed monitoring groups to press their governments to live up to the commitments made at Helsinki. The stirring advance of democracy in Central and Eastern Europe testify to the CSCE’s effectiveness in advancing our goal of universal compliance with the human rights and humanitarian provisions of the Helsinki accords. The destruction of the Berlin Wall has dramatically illustrated the progress that has been made in promoting respect for human rights, building mutual confidence, reducing the risk of conflict, and enhancing the growth of democracy and openness. As the physical and ideological barriers that have divided postwar Europe are dismantled, the vision of a Europe whole and free is now within our sight. However, continued violations of human rights in some countries provide a solemn reminder that we still have much work to do. Persecution of ethnic minorities, religious oppression, and restrictions on freedom of information and travel violate both the letter and spirit of the accords and hinder the CSCE process. We in the West 104 STAT. 5335will continue to condemn such human rights violations and press for respect for an adherence to the high standards envisioned at Helsinki. The United States has provided support and leadership to the Helsinki process since its inception 15 years ago. As the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe assumes an ever larger role in the new Europe, the United States will continue to attach special importance to it and, as the North Atlantic Alliance recently agreed, to strengthen and institutionalize the CSCE as a forum to help build free societies and expand political dialogue in a more united Europe. Recently, the CSCE endorsed a U.S. proposal for enshrining free elections, political pluralism, and the rule of law among its principles. We also remain committed to the preservation and enhancement of the CSCE’s transatlantic character. This fall, for example, the United States will host a meeting of CSCE foreign ministers—the first CSCE meeting ever held in this country. The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 339, has designated August 1, 1990, as “Helsinki Human Rights Day” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim August 1, 1990, as Helsinki Human Rights Day and reaffirm the United States’ dedication to the principles of human dignity and freedom—principles enshrined in the Helsinki Final Act. As we Americans observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities, let us call upon all signatories of the Final Act to fulfill their obligation to respect the rights and dignity of all their citizens. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of July, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH 6164 August 4, 1990 National Agricultural Research Week, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6164 of August 4, 1990 National Agricultural Research Week, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Today fewer than one in 100 Americans are farmers. Yet these 2 million individuals produce enough food and fiber to feed and clothe our entire country—and much of the world, as well. The continuing success of American agriculture depends on the ingenuity and hard work of our farmers and on the cooperation of all those who help to bring crops from the field to the table. Viewed in its broadest sense, agriculture is one of our Nation’s largest employers: the storage, transportation, processing, distribution, and merchandising of U.S. agricultural products employ approximately nine other workers for every farmer or rancher. In all, well over 20 million people earn their living in farming and agriculture-related industries. 104 STAT. 5336 Among the unsung heroes of our Nation’s agricultural success story are the many individuals who conduct agricultural research. Scientific research in agriculture is not a new phenomenon in the United States. In fact, a fruitful tradition of agricultural research and discovery was established on these shores long before Thomas Jefferson made his careful studies in horticulture and farming at Monticello. The earliest colonists in North America had to learn how to farm all over again on unfamiliar soil in an unfamiliar climate; but learn they did, as have generations of Americans ever since. A look at our Nation’s history illustrates how agricultural research has not only paralleled, but, in large part, promoted, the steady growth of the United States. Agricultural research has enabled farmers to produce a greater variety of food, and it has enabled them to farm more efficiently. The scientific and technological advances made possible through agricultural research have not only increased the amount and the safety of our food supply, but also enhanced the economic well-being of farmers and rural communities. Today agricultural research plays a vital role in maintaining the competitiveness of U.S. agriculture in the world marketplace. It is also helping our farmers to protect our natural resource base in order to sustain its productive capacity for future generations. The chief beneficiaries of these achievements in agricultural research are American consumers. Thanks to the many scientific and technological advances research has generated, we enjoy a rich array of foods, fiber, and forest products that are unsurpassed in availability, affordability, and safety. In addition to helping our farmers produce a variety of high-quality foodstuffs and other goods, agricultural research is pointing the way to new and alternative uses for agricultural products. This week, we gratefully acknowledge the importance of agricultural research in keeping our families fit and healthy and our Nation strong and prosperous. The Congress, by House Joint Resolution 548, has designated the week of August 19 through August 25, 1990, as “National Agricultural Research Week” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of that week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of August 19 through August 25, 1990, as National Agricultural Research Week. I encourage the people of the United States to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of August, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH 6165 August 6, 1990 Voting Rights Celebration Day, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
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