H.R. 6257 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984
A bill to amend the Motor Vehicle and Information Cost Savings Act to impede those motor vehicle thefts which occur for purposes of dismantling the vehicles and reselling the major parts by requiring passenger motor vehicles and major replacement parts to have identifying numbers or symbols, and for other purposes.
H.R. 6257 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Sep 17, 1984, sponsored by Timothy Wirth.
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 17, 1984
- Policy area
- Transportation
- Public law
- Public Law 98-547
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 17, 1984
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 25, 1984
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