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H.R. 3708 · 89th Congress · 1965–1966

To provide assistance in the development of new or improved programs to help older persons through grants to the States for community planning and services and for training, through research, development, or training project grants, and to establish within the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare an operating agency to be designated as the Administration on Aging.

H.R. 3708 in the 89th Congress (1965–1966) became law — introduced in 1965, sponsored by John Fogarty. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 89th Congress (1965–1966), Lyndon B. Johnson was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
1965
Policy area
Social welfare

Sponsor

John Fogarty (D-RI)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1965
  • 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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