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H.R. 1370 · 81st Congress · 1949–1950

Authorizing the appointment of three additional judges of the municipal court for the District of Columbia, prescribing the qualifications of appointees to the municipal court and the municipal court of appeals, and for other purposes

H.R. 1370 in the 81st Congress (1949–1950) became law — introduced in 1949, sponsored by Oren Harris. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 81st Congress (1949–1950), Harry S. Truman was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
1949
Policy area
Law and crime

Sponsor

Oren Harris (D-AR)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1949
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawYes

Every roll call vote on this bill

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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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