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H.R. 11658 · 95th Congress · 1977–1978

A bill to amend title XI of the Merchant Marine Act, 1936, to permit the guarantee of obligations for financing Great Lakes vessels in an amount not exceeding 87 1/2 per centum of the actual or depreciated actual cost of each vessel.

H.R. 11658 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on Mar 20, 1978, sponsored by John Murphy.

During the 95th Congress (1977–1978), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Mar 20, 1978
Policy area
Transportation
Public law
Public Law 95-505

Sponsor

John Murphy (D-NY)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 20, 1978
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 24, 1978

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

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