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S. 1986 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to provide for the use and distribution of funds awarded the Blackfeet and Gros Ventre Tribes of Indians and the Assiniboine Tribe of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, et al. in dockets numbered 250-A and 279-C by the United States Court of Claims, and for other purposes.

S. 1986 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Dec 16, 1981, sponsored by John Melcher.

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
Dec 16, 1981
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 97-408

Sponsor

John Melcher (D-MT)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedDec 16, 1981
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJan 3, 1983

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