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H.R. 1689 · 81st Congress · 1949–1950

To increase rates of compensation of the heads and assistant heads of executive departments and independent agencies

H.R. 1689 in the 81st Congress (1949–1950) became law — introduced in 1949, sponsored by George Miller. Congress held 5 roll call votes on it.

During the 81st Congress (1949–1950), Harry S. Truman was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
1949
Policy area
Government operations

Sponsor

George Miller (D-CA)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1949
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawYes

Every roll call vote on this bill

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

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