S. 1289 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
A bill to name the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after Paul Wellstone.
S. 1289 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Jun 19, 2003, sponsored by Bob Graham with 8 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jun 19, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 8
- Policy area
- Commemorations
What it does
Designates the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as the Paul Wellstone Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Bob Graham (D-FL). Co-sponsors: 7 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 19, 2003
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. (Jul 29, 2003)
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