To clarify conditions on assistance for the Philippines.

SA 2762. Mr. LEAHY (for himself and Mrs. Boxer) submitted an amendment intended to be proposed by him to the bill H.R. 2764, making appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes; as follows:

On page 395, line 24, after the semi-colon insert “(2) the Philippine Government is implementing a policy of promoting military personnel who demonstrate professionalism and respect for human rights, and is investigating and prosecuting military personnel and others who have been credibly alleged to have committed extrajudicial executions or other violations of human rights.”

On page 396, strike “(2)” and insert in lieu thereof “(3)”.