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S. 376 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to amend the Debt Collection Act of 1982 to eliminate the requirement that contracts for collection services to recover indebtedness owed the United States be effective only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance appropriation Acts.

S. 376 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Feb 2, 1983, sponsored by Charles Percy. Congress held 1 roll call vote 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
Feb 2, 1983
Policy area
Government operations
Public law
Public Law 98-167

Sponsor

Charles Percy (R-IL)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 2, 1983
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 29, 1983

Every roll call vote on this bill

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