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H.R. 296 · 86th Congress · 1959–1960

To authorize the Secretary of Defense to lend certain Army, Navy, and Air Force equipment and to provide transportation and other services to the Boy Scouts of America in connection with the World Jamboree- of Boy Scouts to be held in the Philippines in 1

H.R. 296 in the 86th Congress (1959–1960) became law — introduced in 1959, sponsored by Carl Vinson.

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
1959
Policy area
Defense

Sponsor

Carl Vinson (D-GA)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1959
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawYes

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