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H.R. 12240 · 95th Congress · 1977–1978

A bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 1979 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the U.S. Government, the Intelligence Community Staff, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System.

H.R. 12240 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on Apr 19, 1978, sponsored by Edward Boland. Congress held 3 roll call votes on it.

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

Status
Became law
Introduced
Apr 19, 1978
Policy area
Defense
Public law
Public Law 95-370

Sponsor

Edward Boland (D-MA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 19, 1978
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawSep 17, 1978

Every roll call vote on this bill

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