The accord would have established the first legal definition of "covert action" and set new standards for reporting such operations to Congress.

The accord sets no timetable for ratification or his return.

But the accord permits Iraq to fly all types of aircraft and sets no restrictions on their use.

The accord sets goals for the federal government to remove and treat radioactive waste from the reservation in eastern Washington.

The accord in April set a two-year deadline for completing the disarmament of paramilitary groups.

The accord sets no real targets to achieve in emissions reductions.

Last year's accord set a $4.2 billion price.

The accord also sets rules for who will vote in the 1998 referendum.

Officials from both sides said the accord could set the stage for a broader contract settlement later this week involving 78,000 workers.

The original accord set no obligation for disarmament before the Assembly and other agencies were set up.