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S. 1720 · 87th Congress · 1961–1962

A bill to continue the authority of the President under title II of the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1854, as amended, to utilize surplus agricultural commodities to assist needy peoples and to promote economic development in under

S. 1720 in the 87th Congress (1961–1962) became law — introduced in 1961, sponsored by Hubert Humphrey Jr..

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
Agriculture

Sponsor

Hubert Humphrey Jr. (D-MN)

Where it stands

  • Introduced1961
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawYes

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