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H.R. 17654 in the 91st Congress (1969–1970) became law — introduced in 1970, sponsored by William Colmer. Congress held 11 roll call votes on it.

During the 91st Congress (1969–1970), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: 1970
Policy area: Government operations

Sponsor

William Colmer (D-MS)

Where it stands

Introduced1970
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawYes

Every roll call vote on this bill

To amend H.R. 17654, a bill to improve the operation of the legislative branch, by forbidding proxy voting…House · Sep 17, 1970
To pass H.R. 17654House · Sep 17, 1970
To amend H.R. 17654, proposed legislative reorganization act of 1970, by establishing age limits for Senate…Senate · Oct 6, 1970
To amend packwood (ore.) amendment to H.R. 17654, by providing for election of Senate committee chairmen by…Senate · Oct 6, 1970
To amend packwood (ore.) amendment to H.R. 17654, by specifying that its provisions be inapplicable to…Senate · Oct 6, 1970
To amend H.R. 17654 so as to provide for election of Senate committee chairmen by a majority of committee…Senate · Oct 6, 1970
To amend H.R. 17654 so as to strike from the bill section 305, providing salary increases for Senate…Senate · Oct 6, 1970
To table metcalf (mont.) amendment to H.R. 17654. The metcalf amendment provides for creation of a standing…Senate · Oct 6, 1970
To amend H.R. 17654 so as to allow senators who are parties to a live pair to be recorded upon request made…Senate · Oct 6, 1970
To table cranston (calif.) motion to reconsider vote by which metcalf amendment to H.R. 17654 providing for…Senate · Oct 6, 1970
To pass H.R. 17654.Senate · Oct 6, 1970

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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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