East Timor Transition to Independence Act of 2001

H.R. 675, the East Timor Transition to Independence Act of 2001, was designed to provide comprehensive U.S. support for East Timor as it moved toward becoming an independent nation. The bill authorized a range of diplomatic and economic tools, including bilateral aid, student scholarships, and trade assistance, to help stabilize the region’s economy and foster democratic governance. Additionally, it sought to improve local access to information by increasing U.S.-supported radio broadcasting and establishing a Peace Corps presence to assist with community development.