H.R. 4997 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984
A bill to authorize appropriations to carry out the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 for fiscal years 1985, 1986, and 1987.
H.R. 4997 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Mar 1, 1984, sponsored by John Breaux.
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
- Mar 1, 1984
- Policy area
- Environment
- Public law
- Public Law 98-364
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 1, 1984
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJul 17, 1984
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