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S.J.Res. 19 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010

A joint resolution granting the consent and approval of Congress to amendments made by the State of Maryland, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the District of Columbia to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Regulation Compact.

S.J.Res. 19 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jul 28, 2009, sponsored by Benjamin L. Cardin with 3 co-sponsors.

During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jul 28, 2009
Co-sponsors
3
Policy area
Transportation and Public Works
Public law
Public Law 111-62

What it does

Grants the consent and approval of Congress to amendments made by Maryland, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the District of Columbia to sections 5, 9, and 18 of title III of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Regulation Compact as specified in this Act.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJul 28, 2009
  • Passed the SenateJul 28, 2009
  • Passed the HouseJul 31, 2009
  • Sent to the PresidentAug 7, 2009
  • Became lawAug 19, 2009

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-62. (Aug 19, 2009)

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Committees

  • Judiciary Committee

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