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H.R. 597 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to amend sections 2733, 2734, and 2736 of title 10, United States Code and section 715 of title 32, United States Code, to increase the maximum amount of a claim against the United States that may be paid administratively under those sections and to allow increased delegation of authority to settle and pay certain of those claims, and for other purposes.

H.R. 597 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Jan 6, 1983, sponsored by Sam Hall Jr..

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
Jan 6, 1983
Policy area
Government operations
Public law
Public Law 98-564

Sponsor

Sam Hall Jr. (D-TX)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 6, 1983
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 30, 1984

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