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S. 1311 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to authorize the Smithsonian Institution to plan, design, and construct facilities for the National Air and Space Museum.

S. 1311 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Jun 17, 1985, sponsored by Barry Goldwater.

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
Jun 17, 1985
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 99-617

Sponsor

Barry Goldwater (R-AZ)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJun 17, 1985
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 6, 1986

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

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