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H.R. 8873 · 83rd Congress · 1953–1954

Making appropriations for the Department of Defense and related independent agency for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1955, and for other purposes

H.R. 8873 in the 83rd Congress (1953–1954) became law — introduced in 1954, sponsored by Richard Wigglesworth. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.

During the 83rd Congress (1953–1954), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
1954
Policy area
Defense

Sponsor

Richard Wigglesworth (R-MA)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1954
  • 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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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 8873 (83rd Congress): Making appropriations for the Department…,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/83-hr-8873/making-appropriations-for-the-department-of-defense-and-related (accessed 2026-10-17).

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