To assist in the provision of housing for low- and moderate-income families, to promote orderly urban development, to improve living environment in urban areas, and to extend and amend laws, relating to housing, urban renewal, and community facilities

H.R. 7984 in the 89th Congress (1965–1966) became law — introduced in 1965, sponsored by John Patman. Congress held 5 roll call votes on it.

During the 89th Congress (1965–1966), Lyndon B. Johnson was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: 1965
Policy area: Housing

Sponsor

John Patman (D-TX)

Where it stands

Introduced1965
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawYes

Every roll call vote on this bill

To amend H.R. 7984, a bill to create a HUD cabinet department, by rewriting section 101, relating to rent…House · Jun 30, 1965
To recommit H.R. 7984, a bill to create a HUD cabinet department, with instructions to delete sections 101…House · Jun 30, 1965
To pass H.R. 7984, a bill to create a housing and urban development cabinet department.House · Jun 30, 1965
To pass H.R. 7984, the housing and urban development act of 1965.Senate · Jul 15, 1965
To agree to the conference report on H.R. 7984, a bill to create a HUD cabinet department.House · Jul 27, 1965

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