These provisions are aimed at curbing the activities of various states which support and sponsor international terrorism. They would do so by making sure that the benefits of American friendship. such as foreign aid and international lending assistance. do not go to countries that. by their presence on the terrorist list. have been found to have a consistent pattern of state support for terrorism. I am also pleased that this bill earmarks $45 million within the refugee account for resettlement of Soviet Jews within Israel. Soviet Jews continue to arrive in Israel at levels not imagined 6 months ago by even the most optimistic officials. It is now expected that more than 100.000 Soviet Jews will arrive In Israel during 1990 alone. With heightened antiSemitism and harassment of Jews in the Soviet Union. the numbers are sure to increase for 1991. The historic influx of Soviet immigrants will breathe new life into Israel and give new hope to its future. These immigrants bring with them new ideas. talents. and energy. Many have advanced skills that will be critical to bringing Israel into the 21st century as a technological leader. Their enthusiasm for their new home will reinvigorate Israel and strengthen her for the challenges to come.
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