H.R. 5603 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Second Higher Education Extension Act of 2006
H.R. 5603 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jun 14, 2006, sponsored by Ric Keller with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 14, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Education
- Public law
- Public Law 109-238
What it does
Second Higher Education Extension Act of 2006 - Amends the Higher Education Extension Act of 2005 to extend the programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965 through September 30, 2006.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ric Keller (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 14, 2006
- Passed the HouseJun 21, 2006
- Passed the SenateJun 23, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentJun 29, 2006
- Became lawJun 30, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-238. (Jun 30, 2006)
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Committees
- Education and the Workforce Committee
More
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