H.R. 4911 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Higher Education Extension Act of 2006
H.R. 4911 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Mar 9, 2006, sponsored by Howard P. "Buck" McKeon with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 9, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Education
- Public law
- Public Law 109-212
What it does
Higher Education Extension Act of 2006 - Amends the Higher Education Extension Act of 2005 to extend the programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965 through June 30, 2006.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Howard P. "Buck" McKeon (R-CA). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 9, 2006
- Passed the HouseMar 14, 2006
- Passed the SenateMar 28, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentMar 30, 2006
- Became lawApr 1, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-212. (Apr 1, 2006)
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Committees
- Education and the Workforce Committee
More
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