A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act in order to improve and make more effective certain programs pursuant to such act.

S. 2947 in the 89th Congress (1965–1966) became law — introduced in 1966, sponsored by Edmund Muskie. Congress held 2 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: 1966
Policy area: Environment

Sponsor

Edmund Muskie (D-ME)

Where it stands

Introduced1966
Passed the SenateYes
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawYes

Every roll call vote on this bill

To pass S. 2947, the federal water pollution-control act amendments and clean rivers restoration act of 1966.Senate · Jul 13, 1966
To adopt the conference report on S. 2947, the clean water restoration act of 1966.House · Oct 17, 1966

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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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