H.R. 3951 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980
A bill to amend the National Capital Transportation Act of 1969 to authorize additional Federal contributions for the cost of construction of the rapid transit system of the National Capital Region, to provide an orderly method for the retirement of bonds issued by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, to authorize an annual Federal payment to such Authority to provide assistance in
H.R. 3951 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on May 4, 1979, sponsored by Fortney Pete Stark. Congress held 3 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
- May 4, 1979
- Policy area
- Government operations
- Public law
- Public Law 96-184
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 4, 1979
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJan 3, 1980
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To amend H.R. 3951, washington metro authorizations, by waiving davis-bacon wage requirements for laborers…House · Jul 16, 1979
- To pass H.R. 3951, authorizing additional federal contributions for the cost of construction of the rapid…House · Jul 16, 1979
- To pass H.R. 3951, authorizing funds for construction of the rapid transit system for the national capital…Senate · Dec 20, 1979
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