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H.R. 12580 · 86th Congress · 1959–1960

To extend and improve coverage under the Federal old-age, survivors, and disability insurance system and to remove hardships and inequities, improve the financing of the trust funds, and provide disability benefits to additional individuals under such sys

H.R. 12580 in the 86th Congress (1959–1960) became law — introduced in 1960, sponsored by Wilbur Mills. Congress held 7 roll call votes on it.

During the 86th Congress (1959–1960), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
1960
Policy area
Government operations

Sponsor

Wilbur Mills (D-AR)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1960
  • 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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