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H.R. 5316 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to amend title 28 of the United States Code to provide for the appointment of additional bankruptcy judges, to provide for the appointment of United States trustees to serve in bankruptcy cases in judicial districts throughout the United States, to make certain changes with respect to the role of United States trustees in such cases, and for other purposes.

H.R. 5316 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Aug 1, 1986, sponsored by Peter Rodino Jr..

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
Aug 1, 1986
Policy area
Law and crime
Public law
Public Law 99-554

Sponsor

Peter Rodino Jr. (D-NJ)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedAug 1, 1986
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 27, 1986

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