H.R. 6940 · 85th Congress · 1957–1958
To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to reimburse owners of lands acquired under the Federal reclamation laws for their moving expenses, and for other purposes.
H.R. 6940 in the 85th Congress (1957–1958) became law — introduced in 1957, sponsored by Clair Engle.
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
- 1957
- Policy area
- Public lands
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1957
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
More bills from Clair Engle in the 85th Congress
- H.R. 1392: For the relief of Karl L. Larson
- H.R. 2146: To amend the Small Reclamation Projects Act of 1956.
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- H.R. 10349: To authorize the acquisition by exchange of certain properties within Death Valley National…
- H.R. 11253: To authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to exchange land and improvements with the city of…
- H.R. 12161: To provide for the establishment of townsites, and for other purposes
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- S. 3910: A bill authorizing the construction, repair, and preservation of certain public works on rivers…
- H.R. 7999: To provide for the admission of the State of Alaska Into the Union.
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.