S. 1668 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
A bill to rename a waterway in the State of New York as the "Joseph Sanford Jr. Channel".
S. 1668 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jul 27, 2017, sponsored by Charles E. Schumer.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 27, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Transportation and Public Works
- Public law
- Public Law 115-260
What it does
This bill redesignates the waterway in New York State known as the Negro Bar Channel as the "Joseph Sanford Jr. Channel."
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 27, 2017
- Passed the SenateAug 1, 2018
- Passed the HouseSep 26, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentSep 28, 2018
- Became lawOct 9, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-260. (Oct 9, 2018)
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Committees
- Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
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