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H.R. 3915 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980

A bill to amend Title IV of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to postpone for 10 months the date on which the corporation must pay benefits under terminated multi-employer plans.

H.R. 3915 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on May 3, 1979, sponsored by Frank Thompson Jr..

During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
May 3, 1979
Policy area
Labor
Public law
Public Law 96-24

Sponsor

Frank Thompson Jr. (D-NJ)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMay 3, 1979
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJun 19, 1979

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

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