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H.R. 3589 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to authorize the exchange of certain land held by the Navajo Tribe and the Bureau of Land Management, and for other purposes.

H.R. 3589 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on May 13, 1981, sponsored by Joseph Skeen.

During the 97th Congress (1981–1982), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
May 13, 1981
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 97-287

Sponsor

Joseph Skeen (R-NM)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMay 13, 1981
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 6, 1982

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

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