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H.R. 559 · 107th Congress · 2001–2002

To designate the United States courthouse located at 1 Courthouse Way in Boston, Massachusetts, as the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse.

H.R. 559 in the 107th Congress (2001–2002) became law — introduced on Feb 13, 2001, sponsored by James P. McGovern.

During the 107th Congress (2001–2002), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held the House majority, while the Senate was split evenly.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Feb 13, 2001
Policy area
Government operations
Public law
Public Law 107-2

Sponsor

James P. McGovern (D-MA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 13, 2001
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawMar 13, 2001

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

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