S. 459 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984
A bill to authorize and direct the Secretary of the Interior to convey, by quitclaim deed, all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to certain lands that were withdrawn or acquired for the purpose of relocating a portion of the City of American Falls out of the area flooded by the American Falls Reservoir.
S. 459 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Feb 3, 1983, sponsored by James McClure.
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 3, 1983
- Policy area
- Public lands
- Public law
- Public Law 98-61
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 3, 1983
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawJul 28, 1983
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