H.R. 8609 · 86th Congress · 1959–1960
To amend the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954, as amended, by extending the authorities of titles I and II, strengthening the program of disposals through barter, and for other purposes
H.R. 8609 in the 86th Congress (1959–1960) became law — introduced in 1959, sponsored by Harold Cooley. Congress held 3 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
- 1959
- Policy area
- Agriculture
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1959
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
- HR 8609. Extension for one year of agricultural trade development and assistance act of 1954, under which…House · Aug 20, 1959
- HR 8609. Extension of agricultural trade development and assistance act of 1954. Passed. Yea supports…House · Aug 20, 1959
- HR. 8609. Passage of Senate version of house-passed bill to extend PL 480.Senate · Sep 7, 1959
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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