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H.R. 7154 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to amend the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure with respect to certain service of process by mail, and for other purposes.

H.R. 7154 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Sep 21, 1982, sponsored by Jack Edwards.

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
Sep 21, 1982
Policy area
Law and crime
Public law
Public Law 97-462

Sponsor

Jack Edwards (R-AL)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 21, 1982
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJan 12, 1983

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

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