Executive Order 12938

Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction

Ordered by William J. Clinton on November 14, 1994

Summary

Declares national emergency regarding proliferation of nuclear, biological, chemical weapons. Directs State and Commerce departments to control related exports. Imposes sanctions on foreign entities aiding proliferation, restricts U.S. imports from violators, cuts foreign aid, limits arms sales, and curbs financial dealings with offending states.

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