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H.R. 594 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to amend section 1 of the Act of June 5, 1920, as amended, to authorize the Secretary of Commerce to settle claims for damages of less than $2,500 arising by reason of acts for which the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is responsible.

H.R. 594 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Jan 6, 1983, sponsored by Sam Hall Jr..

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
Jan 6, 1983
Policy area
Science and technology
Public law
Public Law 98-176

Sponsor

Sam Hall Jr. (D-TX)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 6, 1983
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 29, 1983

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

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