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H.R. 2946 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to establish an independent jury system for the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.

H.R. 2946 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Jul 10, 1985, sponsored by Mervyn Dymally.

During the 99th Congress (1985–1986), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jul 10, 1985
Policy area
Government operations
Public law
Public Law 99-650

Sponsor

Mervyn Dymally (D-CA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJul 10, 1985
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 14, 1986

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

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