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S. 547 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to enable the Secretary of the Interior to erect permanent improvements on land acquired for the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians of Oregon.

S. 547 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Feb 24, 1981, sponsored by Mark Hatfield.

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
Feb 24, 1981
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 97-38

Sponsor

Mark Hatfield (R-OR)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 24, 1981
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawAug 14, 1981

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