H.R. 4647 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982
A bill to award special Congressional gold medals to Fred Waring, the widow of Joe Louis, and Louis L'Amour.
H.R. 4647 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Sep 30, 1981, sponsored by Joseph Gaydos.
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
- Sep 30, 1981
- Public law
- Public Law 97-246
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 30, 1981
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawAug 26, 1982
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