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S. 2846 · 101st Congress · 1989–1990

A bill to authorize and direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study of the feasibility of establishing a unit of the National Park System to interpret and commemorate the origins, development, and progression of jazz in the United States, and for other purposes.

S. 2846 in the 101st Congress (1989–1990) became law — introduced on Jul 12, 1990, sponsored by John Johnston Jr..

During the 101st Congress (1989–1990), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jul 12, 1990
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 101-499

Sponsor

John Johnston Jr. (D-LA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJul 12, 1990
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 2, 1990

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

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