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22 U.S.C. § 2281 — “Debt-for-nature exchange” defined
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For purpose of this part, the term “debt-for-nature exchange” means the cancellation or redemption of the foreign debt of the government of a country in exchange for—
(1) that government’s making available local currencies (including through the issuance of bonds) which are used only for eligible projects involving the conservation or protection of the environment in that country (as described in [section 2283 of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title22-section2283&num=0&edition=prelim)); or
(2) that government’s financial resource or policy commitment to take certain specified actions to ensure the restoration, protection, or sustainable use of natural resources within that country; or
(3) a combination of assets and actions under both paragraphs (1) and (2).
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For purpose of this part, the term “debt-for-nature exchange” means the cancellation or redemption of the foreign debt of the government of a country in exchange for—
(1) that government’s making available local currencies (including through the issuance of bonds) which are used only for eligible projects involving the conservation or protection of the environment in that country (as described in [section 2283 of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title22-section2283&num=0&edition=prelim)); or
(2) that government’s financial resource or policy commitment to take certain specified actions to ensure the restoration, protection, or sustainable use of natural resources within that country; or
(3) a combination of assets and actions under both paragraphs (1) and (2).
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The Congress—
(1) strongly supports the initiatives taken by the Contadora group and the resulting Document of Objectives which has been agreed to by Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua and which sets forth a framework for negotiating a peaceful settlement to the conflict and turmoil in the region; and
(2) finds that the United States should provide such assistance and support as may be appropriate in helping to reach comprehensive and verifiable final agreements, based on the Document of Objectives, which will ensure peaceful and enduring solutions to the Central American conflicts.
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**(a)** The Administrator of the Agency for International Development shall seek to ensure that debt-for-nature exchanges under this part support one or more of the following activities by either the host government, a local private conservation group, or a combination thereof:
(1) restoration, protection, or sustainable use of the world’s oceans and atmosphere;
(2) restoration, protection, or sustainable use of diverse animal and plant species;
(3) establishment, restoration, protection, and maintenance of parks and reserves;
(4) development and implementation of sound systems of natural resource management;
(5) development and support of local conservation programs;
(6) training programs to strengthen conservation institutions and increase scientific, technical, and managerial capabilities of individuals and organizations involved in conservation efforts;
(7) efforts to generate knowledge, increase understanding, and enhance public commitment to conservation;
(8) design and implementation of sound programs of land and ecosystem management; and
(9) promotion of regenerative approaches in farming, forestry, fishing, and watershed management.
**(b)**
(1) In cooperation with nongovernmental organizations, the Administrator of the Agency for International Development shall seek to identify those areas, which because of an imminent threat, are in particular need of immediate attention to prevent the loss of unique biological life or valuable ecosystem.
(2) The Administrator of the Agency for International Development shall encourage as many eligible countries as possible to propose such exchanges with the purpose of demonstrating to a large number of governments the feasibility and benefits of sustainable development.
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**(a) Congressional findings** The Congress finds that—
(1) the building of democracy, the restoration of peace, the improvement of living conditions, and the application of equal justice under law in Central America are important to the interests of the United States and the community of American States; and
(2) the interrelated issues of social and human progress, economic growth, political reform, and regional security must be effectively dealt with to assure a democratic and economically and politically secure Central America.
**(b) Policy requirements**
(1) The achievement of democracy, respect for human rights, peace, and equitable economic growth depends primarily on the cooperation and the human and economic resources of the people and governments of Central America. The Congress recognizes that the United States can make a significant contribution to such peaceful and democratic development through a consistent and coherent policy which includes a long-term commitment of assistance. This policy should be designed to support actively—
(A) democracy and political reform, including opening the political process to all members of society;
(B) full observance of internationally recognized human rights, including free elections, freedom of the press, freedom of association, and the elimination of all human rights abuses;
(C) leadership development, including training and educational programs to improve public administration and the administration of justice;
(D) land reform, reform in tax systems, encouragement of private enterprise and individual initiative, creation of favorable investment climates, curbing corruption where it exists, and spurring balanced trade;
(E) the establishment of the rule of law and an effective judicial system; and
(F
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**(a) Eligible entities** Activities eligible to receive assistance through the framework agreements entered into under [section 1738f of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title7-section1738f&num=0&edition=prelim), shall include—
(1) activities of the type described in the Global Environmental Protection Assistance Act of 1989 ([22 U.S.C. 2281](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title22-section2281&num=0&edition=prelim) et seq.);
(2) agriculture-related activities, including those that provide for the biological prevention and control of animal and plant pests and diseases, to benefit the environment; and
(3) local community initiatives that promote conservation and sustainable use of the environment.
**(b) Regulation** All activities of the type referred to in subsection (a) shall, where appropriate, include initiatives that link conservation of natural resources with local community development.
**(c) Setting of priorities** Appropriate activities and priorities relating to the use of an Environmental Fund shall be set by local nongovernmental organizations within the appropriate eligible country.
**(d) Grants** Grants may be made by the body referred to in [section 1738f(c) of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title7-section1738f/c&num=0&edition=prelim) from the Environmental Fund for environmental purposes to—
(1) host country nongovernmental environmental, conservation, development, educational, and indigenous peoples organizations;
(2) other appropriate local or regional entities; or
(3) in exceptional circumstances, the government of the eligible country.
**(e) Priority** In providing assistance from an Environmental Fund, the body established under [
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TITLE 22—FOREIGN RELATIONS AND INTERCOURSE
§ 2281
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(B)’’.
3 So in original. Probably should be ‘‘subsection (d)’’.
4 So in original. Probably should be ‘‘subsection (c),’’.
(iii) otherwise ineligible to be admitted
or paroled into the United States or to re-
ceive any other benefit under the Immi-
gration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101
et seq.).
(B) Current visas revoked
(i) In general
The issuing consular officer or the Sec-
retary of State, (or a designee of the Sec-
retary of State) shall, in accordance with
section 221(i) of the Immigration and Na-
tionality Act (8 U.S.C. 1201(i)), revoke any
visa or other entry documentation issued
to a foreign person regardless of when the
visa or other entry documentation is
issued.
(ii) Effect of revocation
A revocation under clause (i) shall—
(I) take effect immediately; and
(II) automatically cancel any other
valid visa or entry documentation that
is in the foreign person’s possession.
(2) Exception to comply with international ob-
ligations
Sanctions under subparagraph (B) and (C) 2
of paragraph (1) shall not apply with respect to
a foreign person if admitting or paroling such
person into the United States is necessary to
permit the United States to comply with the
Agreement regarding the Headquarters of the
United Nations, signed at Lake Success June
26, 1947, and entered into force November 21,
1947, between the United Nations and the
United States, or other applicable inter-
national obligations.
(e) National security waiver
The President may waive the application of
the sanctions under subsection (c) 3 if the Presi-
dent—
(1) determines that such a waiver is in the
national security interest of the United
States; an
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