S. 1874 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986
A bill to authorize quality educational programs for deaf individuals, to foster improved educational programs for deaf individuals throughout the United States, to reenact and codify certain provisions of law relating to the education of the deaf, and for other purposes.
S. 1874 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Nov 21, 1985, sponsored by Lowell Weicker Jr..
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
- Nov 21, 1985
- Policy area
- Education
- Public law
- Public Law 99-371
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedNov 21, 1985
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawAug 4, 1986
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