A bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 1979, in addition to amounts previously authorized for procurement of aircraft, missiles, naval vessels, and other weapons, and for research, development, test, and evaluation for the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

S. 429 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Feb 9, 1979, sponsored by John Stennis. Congress held 6 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: Feb 9, 1979
Policy area: Defense
Public law: Public Law 96-29

Sponsor

John Stennis (D-MS)

Where it stands

IntroducedFeb 9, 1979
Passed the SenateYes
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawJun 27, 1979

Every roll call vote on this bill

To table the heinz amendment to S. 429, a bill authorizing funds for military procurement, research and…Senate · May 3, 1979
To table the motion to reconsider the vote by which the biden amendment to the heinz amendment to S. 429 was…Senate · May 3, 1979
To amend the heinz amendment to S. 429 (see RC 77). The warner amendment permits the slep program to be…Senate · May 3, 1979
To amend S. 429 by reducing the authorization of fiscal 1979 supplemental appropriations for navy ship…Senate · May 3, 1979
To pass S. 429. (motion passed)Senate · May 3, 1979
To close conference committee meetings on S. 429 at such times as classified national security information…House · Jun 13, 1979

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