H.R. 7140 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980
A bill to amend title IV of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to postpone for one month the date on which the corporation must pay benefits under terminated multiemployer plans.
H.R. 7140 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Apr 23, 1980, 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
- Apr 23, 1980
- Policy area
- Labor
- Public law
- Public Law 96-239
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 23, 1980
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawApr 30, 1980
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