H.R. 7478 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980
A bill to facilitate the management of the public debt by increasing the ceiling on the investment yield on United States savings bonds to 8 1/2 percent and by increasing the amount of the bonds paying interest in excess of 4 1/4 percent which may be outstanding.
H.R. 7478 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Jun 3, 1980, sponsored by Albert Ullman.
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 3, 1980
- Policy area
- Economy
- Public law
- Public Law 96-377
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 3, 1980
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 3, 1980
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- H.R. 7471: A bill to extend the present public debt limit through June 5, 1980.
- H.R. 7428: A bill to extend the present public debt limit through June 30, 1980.
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