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S. 1759 · 84th Congress · 1955–1956

A bill to consolidate the Hatch Act of 1887 and laws supplementary thereto relating to the appropriation of Federal funds for the support of agricultural experiment stations in the States, Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.

S. 1759 in the 84th Congress (1955–1956) became law — introduced in 1955, sponsored by Allen Ellender.

During the 84th Congress (1955–1956), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
1955
Policy area
Agriculture

Sponsor

Allen Ellender (D-LA)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1955
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawYes

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