S. 1576 · 88th Congress · 1963–1964
A bill to provide assistance in combating mental retardation through grants for construction of research centers and grants for facilities for the mentally retarded and assistance in improving mental health through grants for construction and initial staf
S. 1576 in the 88th Congress (1963–1964) became law — introduced in 1963, sponsored by Joseph Hill. Congress held 3 roll call votes on it.
During the 88th Congress (1963–1964), John F. Kennedy was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- 1963
- Policy area
- Social welfare
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1963
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
- S. 1576. Passage.Senate · May 27, 1963
- S. 1576. Mental retardation facilities and community mental health centers construction act, authorizing a…House · Sep 10, 1963
- S. 1576. Mental retardation facilities and community mental health centers construction act. Adoption of…House · Oct 21, 1963
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