H.R. 8866 · 92nd Congress · 1971–1972
To amend and extend the provisions of the Sugar Act of 1948, as amended, and for other purposes
H.R. 8866 in the 92nd Congress (1971–1972) became law — introduced in 1971, sponsored by William Poage. Congress held 8 roll call votes on it.
During the 92nd Congress (1971–1972), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- 1971
- Policy area
- Agriculture
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1971
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To pass H.R. 8866.House · Jun 10, 1971
- To amend H.R. 8866, to amend and extend the sugar act of 1948, by extending the act for 1 year instead of 3…Senate · Jul 27, 1971
- To amend H.R. 8866 by eliminating sugar quota for south africa.Senate · Jul 27, 1971
- To amend H.R. 8866 by adding a new section conditioning payments to domestic cane and sugar beet producers…Senate · Jul 27, 1971
- To amend H.R. 8866 by giving the President discretionary authority to make levies on sugar imports under…Senate · Jul 27, 1971
- To amend H.R. 8866 by suspending sugar quotas for republic of south africa pending determination by the…Senate · Jul 28, 1971
- To pass H.R. 8866.Senate · Jul 28, 1971
- To adopt the conference report on H.R. 8866.House · Oct 4, 1971
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