S. 2808 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984
A bill to designate certain national forest system lands in the State of Mississippi as wilderness, and for other purposes.
S. 2808 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Jun 28, 1984, sponsored by Thad Cochran.
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
- Jun 28, 1984
- Policy area
- Public lands
- Public law
- Public Law 98-515
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 28, 1984
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 19, 1984
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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