H.R. 3434 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980
A bill to amend the Social Security Act to make needed improvements in the child welfare and social services programs, to strengthen and improve the program of Federal support for foster care of needy and dependent children, to establish a program of Federal support to encourage adoptions of children with special needs, and for other purposes.
H.R. 3434 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Apr 4, 1979, sponsored by James Corman. Congress held 7 roll call votes on it.
During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 4, 1979
- Policy area
- Social welfare
- Public law
- Public Law 96-272
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 4, 1979
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJun 17, 1980
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To recommit H.R. 3434, social services and child welfare, to the committee on ways and means with…House · Aug 2, 1979
- To pass H. R. 3434, making improvements in the child welfare and social services programs. (motion passed)House · Aug 2, 1979
- To amend H.R. 3434, social service and child welfare, by striking provisions to provide for adoption…Senate · Oct 25, 1979
- To amend H.R. 3434, social service and child welfare, by establishing a $2.9 billion ceiling for social…Senate · Oct 25, 1979
- To amend H.R. 3434, social service and child welfare, by consolidating certain programs under the social…Senate · Oct 25, 1979
- To amend H.R. 3434, social and child welfare by providing adoption eligibility for supplemental security…Senate · Oct 29, 1979
- To amend H.R. 3434, social service and child welfare by modifying the foster care ceiling. (motion failed)Senate · Oct 29, 1979
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