H.R. 12116 · 95th Congress · 1977–1978
A bill to amend the District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act to repeal the authority of the President to sustain vetoes by the Mayor of the District of Columbia of acts passed by the Council of the District of Columbia and re-passed by two-thirds of the Council, to change the period during which acts of the Council of the District of Columbia are subject to congress
H.R. 12116 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on Apr 13, 1978, sponsored by Ronald Dellums.
During the 95th Congress (1977–1978), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 13, 1978
- Policy area
- Government operations
- Public law
- Public Law 95-526
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 13, 1978
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 27, 1978
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