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H.R. 4280 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 to improve the delivery of retirement benefits and provide for greater equity under private pension plans for workers and their spouses and dependents by taking into account changes in work patterns, the status of marriage as an economic partnership, and the substantial contribution to that pa

H.R. 4280 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Nov 2, 1983, sponsored by Bill Clay Sr.. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

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
Nov 2, 1983
Policy area
Labor
Public law
Public Law 98-397

Sponsor

Bill Clay Sr. (D-MO)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedNov 2, 1983
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawAug 23, 1984

Every roll call vote on this bill

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