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H.R. 5590 · 84th Congress · 1955–1956

To amend the act entitled An act to recognize the high public services rendered by Maj. Walter Reed and those associated with him in the discovery of the cause and means of transmission of yellow fever, approved February 28, 1929, by including therein t

H.R. 5590 in the 84th Congress (1955–1956) became law — introduced in 1955, sponsored by Barratt O’Hara.

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
Defense

Sponsor

Barratt O’Hara (D-IL)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1955
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • 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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