S. 4016 · 93rd Congress · 1973–1974
A bill to protect and preserve tape recordings of conversations involving former President Richard M. Nixon and made during his tenure as President, and for other purposes.
S. 4016 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on Sep 18, 1974, sponsored by Gaylord Nelson. Congress held 5 roll call votes on it.
During the 93rd Congress (1973–1974), Gerald Ford was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 18, 1974
- Policy area
- Government operations
- Public law
- Public Law 93-526
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 18, 1974
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawDec 19, 1974
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To table sen. Griffin's amendment to S.4016, providing to protect and preserve tape recordings and other…Senate · Oct 3, 1974
- To refer S.4016 to the committee on the judiciary.Senate · Oct 4, 1974
- To agree to hruska amendment in the nature of a substitute for S.4016.Senate · Oct 4, 1974
- To strike certain sections of S.4016, described by sen. Scott as "all... Except the provision guaranteeing…Senate · Oct 4, 1974
- To pass S. 4016.Senate · Oct 4, 1974
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