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S. 2591 · 81st Congress · 1949–1950

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to support research and training in arthritis and rheumatism, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and blindness, and other diseases, and for other purposes

S. 2591 in the 81st Congress (1949–1950) became law — introduced in 1949, sponsored by Claude Pepper.

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
Health

Sponsor

Claude Pepper (D-FL)

Where it stands

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

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

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