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H.R. 5679 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to extend the exclusion from Federal unemployment tax of wages paid to certain alien farmworkers.

H.R. 5679 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Oct 9, 1986, sponsored by Daniel Rostenkowski.

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
Oct 9, 1986
Policy area
Labor
Public law
Public Law 99-595

Sponsor

Daniel Rostenkowski (D-IL)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedOct 9, 1986
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 31, 1986

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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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