A bill to amend the Export Administration Act of 1979 to impose export controls on certain exports to South Africa, and for other purposes.
Amends the Export Administration Act of 1979 to prohibit the export to South Africa of goods or technology to or for use by South African military or police entities. Excludes from such prohibition medicines and medical supplies not primarily destined to or for use by South African or Namibian military or police entities. Prohibits the export of computers, computer software, or goods or technology intended to service computers to South Africa or to any organization controlled by South Africa. Excludes from such prohibition donations of computers to primary and secondary schools. Prohibits the export to South Africa of any item on the United States Munitions List contained in the Arms Export Control Act. Authorizes the export of aircraft and helicopters to South Africa only pursuant to a validated export license which may not be issued unless the Secretary of Commerce receives written assurances that the aircraft or helicopter will not be used for military, paramilitary, or police purposes. Extends the authority of the Export Administration Act of 1979 through September 30, 1987.
Referred to Subcommittee on Africa.