A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to construct, operate, and maintain hydroelectric powerplants at various existing water projects, and for other purposes.

S. 268 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Jan 27, 1983, sponsored by James McClure. Congress held 6 roll call votes 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: Jan 27, 1983
Policy area: Energy
Public law: Public Law 98-381

Sponsor

James McClure (R-ID)

Where it stands

IntroducedJan 27, 1983
Passed the SenateYes
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawAug 17, 1984

Every roll call vote on this bill

To table the metzenbaum amendment to S. 268, a bill authorizing the secretary of the interior to construct…Senate · Jul 26, 1984
To close debate on the baker motion to concur in the house amendments to S. 268, a bill authorizing the…Senate · Jul 30, 1984
To request the attendance of absent senators during (continued) consideration of S. 268. (motion passed) see…Senate · Jul 30, 1984
To table the metzenbaum amendment to S. 268. The metzenbaum amendment sets a policy for the sale of power at…Senate · Jul 30, 1984
To request the attendance of absent senators during S. 268. (motion passed) see note(s) 30Senate · Jul 31, 1984
To concur in the baker motion to concur in the house amendments to S. 268 to authorize the secretary of the…Senate · Jul 31, 1984

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