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S. 1570 · 93rd Congress · 1973–1974

A bill to authorize the President of the United States to allocate energy and fuels when he determines and declares that extraordinary shortages or dislocations in the distribution of energy and fuels exist or are imminent and that the public health, safety or welfare is thereby jeopardized. To provide for the delegation of authority to the Secretary of the Interior.

S. 1570 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on Apr 13, 1973, sponsored by Scoop Jackson. Congress held 9 roll call votes 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
Apr 13, 1973
Policy area
Energy
Public law
Public Law 93-159

Sponsor

Scoop Jackson (D-WA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 13, 1973
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 27, 1973

Every roll call vote on this bill

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