H.R. 4259 · 84th Congress · 1955–1956
To provide a 1-year extension of the existing corporate normal Tax rate and of certain existing excise Tax rates. and to provide a $20 credit against the individual income tax for each personal exemption
H.R. 4259 in the 84th Congress (1955–1956) became law — introduced in 1955, sponsored by Jere Cooper. Congress held 3 roll call votes on it.
During the 84th Congress (1955–1956), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- 1955
- Policy area
- Business and commerce
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1955
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
- HR. 4259. Tax reduction. Provide one year extension of existing corporate and excise taxes and a $20 income…Senate · Mar 15, 1955
- HR. 4259. Tax reduction. Committee amendment to eliminate $20 tax credit. Adopted.Senate · Mar 15, 1955
- HR 4259. Provide one-year extension of existing corporate normal tax rate certain excise tax rates…House · Mar 30, 1955
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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