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H.R. 12541 · 85th Congress · 1957–1958

To promote the national defense by providing for reorganization of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes

H.R. 12541 in the 85th Congress (1957–1958) became law — introduced in 1958, sponsored by Carl Vinson. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.

During the 85th Congress (1957–1958), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
1958
Policy area
Defense

Sponsor

Carl Vinson (D-GA)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1958
  • 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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