H.R. 873 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986
A bill to permit Employee Organizations, which are not eligible to participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program solely because of the requirement that applications for approval be filed before January 1, 1980, to apply for approval to offer a health benefits plan.
H.R. 873 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Jan 31, 1985, sponsored by Norman D. Dicks.
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
- Jan 31, 1985
- Policy area
- Labor
- Public law
- Public Law 99-53
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 31, 1985
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJun 17, 1985
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