A bill to provide for a coordinated national safety program and establishment of safety standards for motor vehicles in interstate commerce to reduce traffic accidents and the deaths, injuries, and property damage which occur in such accidents.

S. 3005 in the 89th Congress (1965–1966) became law — introduced in 1966, sponsored by Warren Magnuson. Congress held 4 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: Transportation

Sponsor

Warren Magnuson (D-WA)

Where it stands

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

Every roll call vote on this bill

To amend S. 3005, the traffic safety act of 1966, by striking a provision requiring any patent developed…Senate · Jun 24, 1966
To amend S. 3005, the traffic safety act of 1966, by adding criminal penalties for willful violations of…Senate · Jun 24, 1966
To pass S. 3005, the traffic safety act of 1966.Senate · Jun 24, 1966
To agree to the conference report on S. 3005, the 1966 national traffic and motor vehicle safety actHouse · Aug 31, 1966

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