A bill to approve and implement the trade agreements negotiated under the Trade Act of 1974, and for other purposes.

H.R. 4537 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Jun 19, 1979, sponsored by James Wright Jr.. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.

During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Jun 19, 1979
Policy area: Foreign trade
Public law: Public Law 96-39

Sponsor

James Wright Jr. (D-TX)

Where it stands

IntroducedJun 19, 1979
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawJul 26, 1979

Every roll call vote on this bill

To pass H.R. 4537, approving and implementing the trade agreements negotiated under the trade act of 1974…House · Jul 11, 1979
To pass H.R. 4537, approving and implementing the trade agreements negotiated by the U.S. In the tokyo…Senate · Jul 23, 1979

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

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