H.R. 779 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982
A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Army to contract with the Tarrant County Water Control and Improvement District Number One and the city of Weatherford, Texas, for the use of water supply storage in Benbrook Lake, and for other purposes.
H.R. 779 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Jan 6, 1981, sponsored by James Wright Jr..
During the 97th Congress (1981–1982), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 6, 1981
- Policy area
- Public lands
- Public law
- Public Law 97-140
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 6, 1981
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawDec 29, 1981
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