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H.R. 2713 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize appropriations to be made available to the Secretary of Health and Human Services for research for the cause, treatment, and prevention of public health emergencies.

H.R. 2713 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Apr 21, 1983, sponsored by Henry A. Waxman.

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
Apr 21, 1983
Policy area
Health
Public law
Public Law 98-49

Sponsor

Henry A. Waxman (D-CA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 21, 1983
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJul 13, 1983

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

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