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H.R. 3816 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to improve the operation of the Fishermen's Contingency Fund established to compensate commercial fishermen for damages resulting from oil and gas exploration, development, and production in areas of the Outer Continental Shelf.

H.R. 3816 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Jun 4, 1981, sponsored by John Breaux.

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
Jun 4, 1981
Policy area
Energy
Public law
Public Law 97-212

Sponsor

John Breaux (D-LA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJun 4, 1981
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawJun 30, 1982

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

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