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S. 3542 · 94th Congress · 1975–1976

A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to make compensation for damages arising out of the failure of the Teton Dam a feature of the Teton Basin Federal reclamation project in Idaho.

S. 3542 in the 94th Congress (1975–1976) became law — introduced on Jun 9, 1976, sponsored by Frank Church.

During the 94th Congress (1975–1976), Gerald Ford was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jun 9, 1976
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 94400

Sponsor

Frank Church (D-ID)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJun 9, 1976
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawSep 7, 1976

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

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