H.R. 15842 · 93rd Congress · 1973–1974
A bill to increase compensation for District of Columbia policemen, firemen, teachers; to increase annuities payable to retired teachers in the District of Columbia; to reorganize public higher education in the District of Columbia; to establish in equitable tax on real property in the District of Columbia; to provide for additional revenue for the District of Columbia; and for other purposes.
H.R. 15842 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on Jul 10, 1974, sponsored by Charles Diggs Jr.. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 93rd Congress (1973–1974), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 10, 1974
- Policy area
- Government operations
- Public law
- Public Law 93-407
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 10, 1974
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawSep 3, 1974
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To pass H.R. 15842, providing for district of columbia salary increases.House · Jul 29, 1974
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