S. 2854 · 93rd Congress · 1973–1974
A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to expand the authority of the National Institute of Arthritis, Metabolism, and Digestive Diseases in order to advance a national attack on arthritis.
S. 2854 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on Dec 21, 1973, sponsored by Alan Cranston.
During the 93rd Congress (1973–1974), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Dec 21, 1973
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 93-640
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 21, 1973
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJan 4, 1975
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