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H.R. 1963 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to increase the development ceiling at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site and Johnstown Flood National Memorial in Pennsylvania, and for other purposes and to provide for the preservation and interpretation of the Johnstown Flood Museum in the Cambria County Library Building, Pennsylvania.

H.R. 1963 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Apr 3, 1985, sponsored by John Murtha.

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
Apr 3, 1985
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 99-388

Sponsor

John Murtha (D-PA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 3, 1985
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawAug 23, 1986

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