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S. 896 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to designate the control tower at Memphis International Airport the Omlie Tower.

S. 896 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Apr 7, 1981, sponsored by Howard Baker 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
Apr 7, 1981
Policy area
Government operations
Public law
Public Law 97-197

Sponsor

Howard Baker Jr. (R-TN)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 7, 1981
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJun 21, 1982

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

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