H.R. 1781 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980
A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that civilian air traffic controllers of the Department of Defense shall be treated the same as air traffic controllers of the Department of Transportation for purposes of retirement, and for other purposes.
H.R. 1781 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Feb 1, 1979, sponsored by William Dickinson.
During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 1, 1979
- Policy area
- Transportation
- Public law
- Public Law 96-347
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 1, 1979
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawSep 12, 1980
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