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H.R. 2879 · 106th Congress · 1999–2000

To provide for the placement at the Lincoln Memorial of a plaque commemorating the speech of Martin Luther King, Jr., known as the I Have A Dream speech.

H.R. 2879 in the 106th Congress (1999–2000) became law — introduced on Sep 15, 1999, sponsored by Anne Northup.

During the 106th Congress (1999–2000), Bill Clinton was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Sep 15, 1999
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 106-365

Sponsor

Anne Northup (R-KY)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 15, 1999
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 27, 2000

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

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