H.R. 12874 · 95th Congress · 1977–1978
A bill to provide for an accelerated program of research, development, and demonstration of solar photovoltaic energy technologies leading to early competitive commercial applicability of such technologies to be carried out by the Department of Energy, with the support of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the National Bureau of Standards, the General Services Administration, and o
H.R. 12874 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on May 25, 1978, sponsored by Mike McCormack. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.
During the 95th Congress (1977–1978), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 25, 1978
- Policy area
- Energy
- Public law
- Public Law 95-590
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 25, 1978
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawNov 4, 1978
Every roll call vote on this bill
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