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S. 2893 · 93rd Congress · 1973–1974

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to improve the national cancer program and to authorize appropriations for such program for the next 3 fiscal years.

S. 2893 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on Jan 24, 1974, sponsored by Ted Kennedy. Congress held 1 roll call vote 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 24, 1974
Policy area
Health
Public law
Public Law 93-352

Sponsor

Ted Kennedy (D-MA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 24, 1974
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJul 23, 1974

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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