S. 1946 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980
A bill to reform the economic regulation of railroads, and for other purposes.
S. 1946 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Oct 29, 1979, sponsored by Howard Cannon. Congress held 6 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
- Oct 29, 1979
- Policy area
- Transportation
- Public law
- Public Law 96-448
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 29, 1979
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 14, 1980
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To amend S. 1946, to provide railroads with more pricing rate flexibility and contract provisions, by…Senate · Apr 1, 1980
- To amend S. 1946, railroad transportation policy, by allowing a reasonable time for abandonment proceedings…Senate · Apr 1, 1980
- To amend S. 1946, railroad transportation policy, by providing a procedure for reopening certain established…Senate · Apr 1, 1980
- To pass S. 1946, to provide railroads with more pricing rate flexibility and contract provisions. (motion…Senate · Apr 1, 1980
- To proceed to the consideration of a conference report on S. 1946, providing railroads with more pricing…Senate · Sep 30, 1980
- To adopt the conference report on S. 1946, providing railroads with more pricing rate flexibility and…Senate · Sep 30, 1980
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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