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H.R. 5215 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to authorize the construction by the Secretary of Agriculture of a salinity laboratory at Riverside, California.

H.R. 5215 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Jul 22, 1986, sponsored by George Brown Jr.. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

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 22, 1986
Policy area
Environment
Public law
Public Law 99-594

Sponsor

George Brown Jr. (D-CA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJul 22, 1986
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 31, 1986

Every roll call vote on this bill

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

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