S. 2955 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982
A bill to establish the Cheaha Wilderness in Talladega National Forest, Alabama.
S. 2955 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Sep 24, 1982, sponsored by Jeremiah Denton Jr..
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 24, 1982
- Policy area
- Public lands
- Public law
- Public Law 97-411
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 24, 1982
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJan 3, 1983
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