A bill to raise the limitation on appropriations for the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.

H.R. 5645 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on Mar 28, 1977, sponsored by Peter Rodino Jr.. Congress held 2 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: Mar 28, 1977
Policy area: Civil rights
Public law: Public Law 95-132

Sponsor

Peter Rodino Jr. (D-NJ)

Where it stands

IntroducedMar 28, 1977
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawOct 13, 1977

Every roll call vote on this bill

To suspend the rules and pass H.R. 5645, a bill increasing the appropriation for the United States…House · May 23, 1977
That the Senate concur in the house amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 5645, the bill authorizing…Senate · Sep 30, 1977

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