H.R. 2849 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980
A bill to provide for limitations on congressional campaign expenditures and for partial public financing of congressional primary and general elections.
H.R. 2849 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Mar 13, 1979, sponsored by Gene Maguire.
During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 13, 1979
- Policy area
- Government operations
- Public law
- Public Law 96100
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 13, 1979
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawDec 19, 1980
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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