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S. 1195 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to require that a portion of the mail of Congress and the executive branch include a photograph and biography of a missing child.

S. 1195 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on May 22, 1985, sponsored by Howard Metzenbaum.

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
May 22, 1985
Policy area
Law and crime
Public law
Public Law 99-87

Sponsor

Howard Metzenbaum (D-OH)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMay 22, 1985
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawAug 9, 1985

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

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