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H.R. 71 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to authorize and direct the Secretary of the Interior to engage in a special study of the potential for groundwater recharge in the High Plains States, and for other purposes.

H.R. 71 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Jan 3, 1983, sponsored by Doug Bereuter.

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 3, 1983
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 98-434

Sponsor

Doug Bereuter (R-NE)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 3, 1983
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawSep 28, 1984

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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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