A bill to exempt disaster payments made in connection with the 1977 crops of wheat, feed grains, upland cotton, and rice from the payment limitations contained in the Agricultural Act of 1970 and the Agricultural Act of 1949.

H.R. 9090 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on Sep 14, 1977, sponsored by Thomas Foley. 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: Sep 14, 1977
Policy area: Agriculture
Public law: Public Law 95-156

Sponsor

Thomas Foley (D-WA)

Where it stands

IntroducedSep 14, 1977
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawNov 8, 1977

Every roll call vote on this bill

To pass H.R. 9090, the bill exempting 1977 disaster payments for wheat, feed grains, upland cotton and rice…House · Oct 17, 1977
To pass H.R. 9090, the bill exempting disaster payments for the 1977 wheat, feedgrains, rice and upland…Senate · Oct 25, 1977

Other Agriculture bills in the 95th Congress

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

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