H.R. 8556 · 87th Congress · 1961–1962
To amend the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 to require certain additional information to be filed by an applicant for a scholarship or fellowship, and for other purposes
H.R. 8556 in the 87th Congress (1961–1962) became law — introduced in 1961, sponsored by Overton Brooks.
During the 87th Congress (1961–1962), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- 1961
- Policy area
- Science and technology
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1961
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
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