A bill to amend the Budget and Accounting Act of 1921 to require the advice and consent of the Senate for appointments to Director and Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget.

S. 37 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on Jan 4, 1973, sponsored by Lee Metcalf. 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: Jan 4, 1973
Policy area: Government operations
Public law: Public Law 93-250

Sponsor

Lee Metcalf (D-MT)

Where it stands

IntroducedJan 4, 1973
Passed the Senate—
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawMar 2, 1974

Every roll call vote on this bill

To amend S. 37, a bill to require Senate confirmation of appointees to the office of director and deputy…Senate · Jun 25, 1973
To pass S. 37, a bill to require Senate confirmation of appointees to the office of director and deputy…Senate · Jun 25, 1973

Other Government operations bills in the 93rd Congress

From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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