S. 187 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982
A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain lands near Miles City, Montana, and to remove certain reservations from prior conveyances.
S. 187 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Jan 21, 1981, sponsored by John Melcher.
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
- Jan 21, 1981
- Policy area
- Public lands
- Public law
- Public Law 97-401
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 21, 1981
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawDec 31, 1982
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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