An original bill to authorize the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration, to enter into contracts which provide for the making of advance payments for computer programming services.

S. 1124 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on May 6, 1981, sponsored by Charles Mathias Jr.. Congress held 1 roll call vote 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: May 6, 1981
Policy area: Government operations
Public law: Public Law 97-20

Sponsor

Charles Mathias Jr. (R-MD)

Where it stands

IntroducedMay 6, 1981
Passed the SenateYes
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawJul 6, 1981

Every roll call vote on this bill

To pass S. 1124, to authorize the sergeant-at-arms and doorkeeper of the Senate, subject to the approval of…House · Jun 24, 1981

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