H.R. 12471 · 93rd Congress · 1973–1974
A bill to amend section 552 of title 5, United States Code, known as the Freedom of Information Act.
H.R. 12471 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on Jan 31, 1974, sponsored by William Moorhead. Congress held 5 roll call votes on it.
During the 93rd Congress (1973–1974), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 31, 1974
- Policy area
- Civil rights
- Public law
- Public Law 93-502
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 31, 1974
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawNov 21, 1974
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To pass H.R. 12471, a bill amending the freedom of information act.House · Mar 14, 1974
- To pass H.R. 12471, after striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof provisions of…Senate · May 30, 1974
- To agree to the conference report on H.R. 12471, amending that part of the U.S. Code known as the freedom of…House · Oct 7, 1974
- To override the President's veto of H.R. 12471, the freedom of information act.House · Nov 20, 1974
- To override the President's veto of H.R. 12471, a bill to amend the freedom of information act so as to…Senate · Nov 21, 1974
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