H.R. 4242 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 to encourage economic growth through reductions in individual income tax rates, the expensing of depreciable property, incentives for small businesses, and incentives for savings, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4242 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Jul 23, 1981, sponsored by Daniel Rostenkowski. Congress held 4 roll call votes on it.
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
- Jul 23, 1981
- Policy area
- Economy
- Public law
- Public Law 97-34
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 23, 1981
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawAug 13, 1981
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To pass H.R. 4242, tax incentive act of 1981. (motion agreed to)House · Jul 29, 1981
- To recommit the conference report on H.R. 4242, economic recovery tax act of 1981. (motion failed)Senate · Aug 3, 1981
- To agree to the conference report on H.R. 4242, economic recovry tax act of 1981. (motion passed)Senate · Aug 3, 1981
- To pass H.R. 4242, the tax incentive act of 1981. (motion passed)House · Aug 4, 1981
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