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H.R. 3969 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to amend the Panama Canal Act of 1979 to allow the use of proxies by the Board of the Panama Canal Commission.

H.R. 3969 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Sep 22, 1983, sponsored by Walter Jones Sr..

During the 98th Congress (1983–1984), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Sep 22, 1983
Policy area
Transportation
Public law
Public Law 98-217

Sponsor

Walter Jones Sr. (D-NC)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 22, 1983
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawFeb 14, 1984

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