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S. 2059 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to change the coverage of officials and the standards for the appointment of a special prosecutor in the special prosecutor provisions of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, and for other purposes.

S. 2059 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Feb 3, 1982, sponsored by William Cohen. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

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 3, 1982
Policy area
Government operations
Public law
Public Law 97-409

Sponsor

William Cohen (R-ME)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 3, 1982
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJan 3, 1983

Every roll call vote on this bill

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

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