S. 736 · 80th Congress · 1947–1948
A bill authorizing the Commissioners of the District of Columbia to establish daylightsaving time in the District of Columbia during 1947
S. 736 in the 80th Congress (1947–1948) became law — introduced in 1947, sponsored by James McGrath. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.
During the 80th Congress (1947–1948), Harry S. Truman was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- 1947
- Policy area
- Government operations
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1947
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
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- H.R. 3756: Making appropriations for Government corporations and independent executive agencies for the…
- H.R. 3839: Making appropriations for the Executive Office and sundry independent executive bureaus, boards…
- H.R. 4269: Making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1948, and for other purposes
- H.R. 4347: Making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1948, and for other purposes
- H.R. 4469: To amend the act of July 7, 1947, so as to authorize the Commission on Organization of the…
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