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Proclamation 6925

Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Persons Who Formulate or Implement Policies That Are Impeding the Transition to Democracy in Burma or Who Benefit From Such Policies

This proclamation suspends entry into the United States as immigrants and nonimmigrants for Burmese nationals who formulate, implement, or benefit from policies impeding Burma's transition to democracy, plus their immediate family members. The Secretary of State has authority to exempt individuals, establish identification procedures, and terminate or repeal the suspension when Burma makes progress on human rights and democratic dialogue.

Federal Register Open PDF 61 FR 52233

Impact dates

  1. Proclamation effective immediately

Key directives

  • Suspend immigrant and nonimmigrant entry for persons who formulate, implement, or benefit from policies impeding Burma's democratic transition, and their immediate families
  • Secretary of State to determine exemptions for entry 'not contrary to the interests of the United States'
  • Secretary of State to establish procedures to identify covered persons
  • Secretary of State authorized to subdelegate implementation authorities
  • Exemption for officials assigned to Burmese missions in the US and working-level support staff/visitors supporting such missions

Who is ordered

Timeline

Immediate

  • Entry suspension takes effect immediately upon signing (October 3, 1996)
  • Persons covered by sections 1 and 2 to be identified pursuant to Secretary of State procedures

Near term (90d)

  • Secretary of State to establish identification and implementation procedures

Long term

  • Suspension remains in effect indefinitely until Secretary of State determines termination is appropriate
  • Potential repeal if Burmese regime releases political prisoners, enters genuine dialogue, or makes significant human rights progress

Risks & tensions

  • Vague identification criteria ('benefit from such policies') could lead to overreach or inconsistent application
  • Indefinite duration with termination contingent on Burmese regime behavior creates policy uncertainty
  • Section 4 preservation of international agreement obligations may create tension with broad suspension authority
  • No explicit due process or review mechanism for individuals designated under identification procedures
Proclamation 6925: Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Persons Who Formulate or Implement Policies That Are Impeding the Transition to Democracy in Burma or Who Benefit From Such Policies · Executive Orders