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H.R. 4517 · 100th Congress · 1987–1988

A bill to amend title III of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act Amendments of 1978 to provide for indemnification and hold harmless agreements.

H.R. 4517 in the 100th Congress (1987–1988) became law — introduced on May 3, 1988, sponsored by Walter Jones Sr..

During the 100th Congress (1987–1988), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
May 3, 1988
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 100-610

Sponsor

Walter Jones Sr. (D-NC)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMay 3, 1988
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 5, 1988

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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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