S. 1727 · 100th Congress · 1987–1988
A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish within the National Institutes of Health a National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders.
S. 1727 in the 100th Congress (1987–1988) became law — introduced on Sep 29, 1987, sponsored by Tom Harkin.
During the 100th Congress (1987–1988), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 29, 1987
- Policy area
- Social welfare
- Public law
- Public Law 100-553
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 29, 1987
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 28, 1988
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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