S. 1617 · 94th Congress · 1975–1976
A bill to clarify the authority of the Secretary of Agriculture to control and eradicate plant pests.
S. 1617 in the 94th Congress (1975–1976) became law — introduced on May 1, 1975, sponsored by Lloyd Bentsen Jr..
During the 94th Congress (1975–1976), Gerald Ford was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 1, 1975
- Policy area
- Agriculture
- Public law
- Public Law 94231
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 1, 1975
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawMar 15, 1976
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- S. 2375: An original bill to extend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, as amended…
- H.R. 8561: A bill making appropriations for Agriculture and related agencies programs for the fiscal year…
- H.R. 8841: A bill to extend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, as amended, for 1 year.
- H.R. 10027: A bill to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to enter into cooperative agreements which…
- H.R. 7862: A bill to amend the Farm Credit Act of 1971 relating to credit eligibility for cooperatives…
- H.R. 8529: A bill to establish improved programs for the benefit of producers and consumers of rice.
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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