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H.R. 5410 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980

A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to require any Federal employee who elects at the time of retirement not to provide survivorship benefits for the employee's spouse to notify (or take all reasonable steps to notify) the spouse of that election.

H.R. 5410 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Sep 26, 1979, sponsored by Gladys Spellman. Congress held 1 roll call vote 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
Sep 26, 1979
Policy area
Government operations
Public law
Public Law 96-391

Sponsor

Gladys Spellman (D-MD)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 26, 1979
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 7, 1980

Every roll call vote on this bill

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