S. 1709 · 101st Congress · 1989–1990
A bill to provide interim extensions of Department of Veterans Affairs programs of respite care for certain veterans, community-based residential care for homeless chronically mentally ill veterans, State Home construction grants, and leave transfers for certain health-care professionals, and of department of Veterans Affairs home-loan fees.
S. 1709 in the 101st Congress (1989–1990) became law — introduced on Sep 29, 1989, sponsored by Alan Cranston.
During the 101st Congress (1989–1990), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 29, 1989
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 101-110
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 29, 1989
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 6, 1989
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