H.R. 8989 · 89th Congress · 1965–1966
To promote health and safety in metal and nonmetallic mineral industries, and for other purposes
H.R. 8989 in the 89th Congress (1965–1966) became law — introduced in 1965, sponsored by James O’Hara. Congress held 5 roll call votes 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
- Labor
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1965
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To amend H.R. 8989, the federal metal and nonmetallic mine safety act, by authorizing a qualified state to…Senate · Jun 23, 1966
- To reconsider vote by which javits amendment to H.R. 8989, a mine safety act, was agreed to.Senate · Jun 23, 1966
- To amend H.R. 8989, a mine safety act, by authorizing a qualified state to administer the safety standards…Senate · Jun 23, 1966
- To amend H.R. 8989, a mine safety act, by exempting the sand and gravel industry from the provisions of the…Senate · Jun 23, 1966
- To pass H.R. 8989, the federal metal and nonmetallic mine safety act.Senate · Jun 23, 1966
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