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H.R. 471 · 86th Congress · 1959–1960

To amend chapter 561 of title 10, United Staten Code, to provide that the Secretary of the Navy shall have the same authority to remit indebtedness of enlisted members upon discharge as the Secretaries of the Army and the Air Force have

H.R. 471 in the 86th Congress (1959–1960) became law — introduced in 1959, sponsored by Charles Bennett.

During the 86th Congress (1959–1960), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
1959
Policy area
Defense

Sponsor

Charles Bennett (D-FL)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1959
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawYes

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