A bill to extend through fiscal year 1982 certain child nutrition programs under the National School Lunch Act and the Child Nutrition Act of 1966.

H.R. 1139 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on Jan 4, 1977, sponsored by Carl Perkins. Congress held 6 roll call votes on it.

During the 95th Congress (1977–1978), Gerald Ford was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Jan 4, 1977
Policy area: Social welfare
Public law: Public Law 95-166

Sponsor

Carl Perkins (D-KY)

Where it stands

IntroducedJan 4, 1977
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawNov 10, 1977

Every roll call vote on this bill

To amend H.R. 1139 by limiting the number of participants in the summer food program in any one state to no…House · May 18, 1977
To amend H.R. 1139 by limiting the number of participants in the summer food program to the average of the…House · May 18, 1977
To amend H.R. 1139 by providing the option to receive cash instead of the commodities normally supplied…House · May 18, 1977
To pass H.R. 1139.House · May 18, 1977
To pass H.R. 1139, the bill to revise and extend the programs of the national school lunch act through…Senate · Jun 30, 1977
To agree to the conference report on H.R. 1139, the national school lunch act and child nutrition amendments…House · Oct 27, 1977

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