H.R. 4279 · 86th Congress · 1959–1960
To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to construct, rehabilitate, operate, and maintain the lower Rio Grande rehabilitation project, Texas, La Feria division
H.R. 4279 in the 86th Congress (1959–1960) became law — introduced in 1959, sponsored by Joe Kilgore. Congress held 1 roll call vote 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
- 1959
- Policy area
- Public lands
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1959
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
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