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S. 500 · 84th Congress · 1955–1956

A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to construct, operate, and maintain the Colorado River storage project and participating projects, and for other purposes.

S. 500 in the 84th Congress (1955–1956) became law — introduced in 1955, sponsored by Clinton Anderson. Congress held 2 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
Public lands

Sponsor

Clinton Anderson (D-NM)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1955
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • 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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