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H.R. 1603 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to authorize the Securities and Exchange Commission to subject banks, associations, and other entities that exercise fiduciary powers, to the same regulations as broker-dealers, pursuant to section 14(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

H.R. 1603 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Mar 20, 1985, sponsored by Timothy Wirth.

During the 99th Congress (1985–1986), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Mar 20, 1985
Policy area
Business and commerce
Public law
Public Law 99-222

Sponsor

Timothy Wirth (D-CO)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 20, 1985
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawDec 28, 1985

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