H.R. 8847 · 87th Congress · 1961–1962
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 so as to provide that certain distributions of stock made pursuant to orders enforcing the antitrust laws shall not be treated as dividend distributions but shall be treated as a return of basis and result in gai
H.R. 8847 in the 87th Congress (1961–1962) became law — introduced in 1961, sponsored by Thomas Boggs Sr.. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.
During the 87th Congress (1961–1962), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- 1961
- Policy area
- Business and commerce
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1961
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
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