H.R. 5472 · 81st Congress · 1949–1950
Authorizing the construction, repair, and preservation of certain public works on rivers and harbors for navigation, flood control, and for other purposes
H.R. 5472 in the 81st Congress (1949–1950) became law — introduced in 1949, sponsored by William Whittington. Congress held 9 roll call votes 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
- Public lands
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1949
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
- HR 5472. Authorize the construction, repair, and preservation of certain public works on rivers and harbors…Senate · Apr 14, 1950
- HR 5472. Chavez motion to table cordon amend. Relating to certain reclamation projects under the SEC. Of the…Senate · Apr 14, 1950
- HR 5472. Chavez motion to table douglas amend. To eliminate authorization for missouri river basin.Senate · Apr 17, 1950
- HR 5472. Chavez motion to table williams motion to reconsider vote respecting beach erosion in conn.Senate · Apr 17, 1950
- HR 5472. Hendrickson amend. Relating to beach-erosion control, atlantic city, n.j.Senate · Apr 17, 1950
- HR 5472. Chavez motion to table williams motion to recommit.Senate · Apr 17, 1950
- HR 5472. Passage.Senate · Apr 17, 1950
- HR 5472. Authorizing the construction, repair, and preservation of certain public works on rivers and…House · May 3, 1950
- HR 5472. Authorize the construction, repair, and preservation of certain public works on rivers and harbors…Senate · May 4, 1950
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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