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H.R. 5470 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 to insure periodic payments for damages received on account of personal injuries, and for other purposes.

H.R. 5470 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Feb 8, 1982, sponsored by Andrew Jacobs Jr..

During the 97th Congress (1981–1982), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Feb 8, 1982
Policy area
Labor
Public law
Public Law 97-473

Sponsor

Andrew Jacobs Jr. (D-IN)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 8, 1982
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJan 14, 1983

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

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