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H.R. 1904 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to extend and improve the provisions of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act and the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment and Adoption Reform Act of 1978.

H.R. 1904 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Mar 3, 1983, sponsored by Austin Murphy. Congress held 4 roll call votes on it.

During the 98th Congress (1983–1984), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Mar 3, 1983
Policy area
Law and crime
Public law
Public Law 98-457

Sponsor

Austin Murphy (D-PA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 3, 1983
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 9, 1984

Every roll call vote on this bill

Other Law and crime bills in the 98th Congress

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

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