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S. 2556 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to authorize appropriations for the American Folklife Center for fiscal years 1985 through 1989.

S. 2556 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Apr 11, 1984, sponsored by Charles Mathias 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
Apr 11, 1984
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 98-392

Sponsor

Charles Mathias Jr. (R-MD)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 11, 1984
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawAug 21, 1984

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

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