S. 881 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982
A bill to amend the Small Business Act to strengthen the role of the small, innovative firms in federally funded research and development, and to utilize Federal research and development as a base for technological innovation to meet agency needs and to contribute to the growth and strength of the Nation's economy.
S. 881 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Apr 7, 1981, sponsored by Warren Rudman. Congress held 3 roll call votes 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
- Apr 7, 1981
- Policy area
- Business and commerce
- Public law
- Public Law 97-219
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 7, 1981
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJul 22, 1982
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To table the baker substitute amendment to the robert c.byrd amendment to S.881, a bill amending the small…Senate · Dec 8, 1981
- To agree to the byrd amendment, as amendmended by the baker substitute amendment to S.881, a bill amending…Senate · Dec 8, 1981
- To pass S.881, a bill amending the small business act to strengthen the role of the small innovative firms…Senate · Dec 8, 1981
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