A bill to authorize appropriations for the construction of certain highways in accordance with title 23 of the United States Code, and for other purposes.

H.R. 8235 in the 94th Congress (1975–1976) became law — introduced on Jun 25, 1975, sponsored by James Howard. Congress held 5 roll call votes on it.

During the 94th Congress (1975–1976), Gerald Ford was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Jun 25, 1975
Policy area: Transportation
Public law: Public Law 94-280

Sponsor

James Howard (D-NJ)

Where it stands

IntroducedJun 25, 1975
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawMay 5, 1976

Every roll call vote on this bill

To amend H.R. 8235, a bill providing federal aid for highway construction, by reducing the annual…House · Dec 18, 1975
To agree en bloc to three amendments to H.R. 8235 which require the cost and design of the interstate…House · Dec 18, 1975
To amend H.R. 8235 by rolling back the maximum truck weights from 80,000 pounds to 73,280 pounds.House · Dec 18, 1975
To amend H.R. 8235, so as to allow cities of over 200,000 population that supplied over 50% of funds for an…House · Dec 18, 1975
To pass H.R. 8235.House · Dec 18, 1975

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