A bill to establish a U.S. Fire Administration and a National Fire Academy in the Department of Housing and Urban Development, to assist State and local governments in reducing the incidence of death, personal injury, and property damage from fire, to increase the effectiveness and coordination of fire prevention and control agencies at all levels of government.

S. 1769 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on May 9, 1973, sponsored by Warren Magnuson. Congress held 2 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: May 9, 1973
Policy area: Law and crime
Public law: Public Law 93-498

Sponsor

Warren Magnuson (D-WA)

Where it stands

IntroducedMay 9, 1973
Passed the SenateYes
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawOct 29, 1974

Every roll call vote on this bill

To pass S. 1769, a bill to establish a U.S. Fire administration to assist state and local governments in…Senate · Nov 2, 1973
To agree to the conference report on S. 1769, to reduce the burden on interstate commerce caused by…House · Oct 9, 1974

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