H.R. 2157 · 80th Congress · 1947–1948
To define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts, to regulate actions arising under certain laws of the United States, and for other purposes
H.R. 2157 in the 80th Congress (1947–1948) became law — introduced in 1947, sponsored by John Gwynne. Congress held 8 roll call votes on it.
During the 80th Congress (1947–1948), Harry S. Truman was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- 1947
- Policy area
- Law and crime
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1947
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
- HR 2157. Define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts, regulate actions arising under certain laws of the…House · Feb 28, 1947
- HR 2157. Define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts, regulates acting arising under certain laws of the…Senate · Mar 19, 1947
- HR 2157. MC carran amend., substitute for committee amend., relating to existing and future claims.Senate · Mar 21, 1947
- HR 2157. Holland amend. To strike all provisions relating to the walsh-healey and bacon-davis acts.Senate · Mar 21, 1947
- HR 2157. Kilgore amend. To provide against certain claims being for activities which are normally engaged in…Senate · Mar 21, 1947
- HR 2157. Magnuson amend. To change limitation of time within which claims may be prosecuted.Senate · Mar 21, 1947
- HR 2157. Taft motion to table myers amend. To increase minimum wage from 40 per hour to 60 per hour under…Senate · Mar 21, 1947
- HR 2157. Passage.Senate · Mar 21, 1947
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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