H.R. 12255 · 95th Congress · 1977–1978
A bill to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to provide for improved programs for older persons, and for other purposes.
H.R. 12255 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on Apr 20, 1978, sponsored by John Brademas. 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 20, 1978
- Policy area
- Social welfare
- Public law
- Public Law 95-478
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 20, 1978
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 18, 1978
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To suspend the rules and pass, as amended, H.R. 12255, the bill extending authorizations for the older…House · May 15, 1978
- To pass H.R. 12255, after striking all after the enacting clause and substituting in lieu thereof the text…Senate · Jul 24, 1978
- To agree to the conference report on H.R. 12255, the bill extending for three years the authorization of…House · Oct 4, 1978
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- H.R. 11370: A bill to authorize an appropriation to reimburse certain expenditures for social services…
- S. 3271: To amend the Food Stamp Act of 1977 to extend the operation of the workfare pilot projects.
- H.R. 12467: A bill to amend the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to extend certain programs established in such Act…
- S. 3085: A bill to extend and amend the special supplemental food program and the child care food program…
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