S. 2884 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986
A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, to require that wages based on individual productivity be paid to handicapped workers employed under certificates issued by the Secretary of Labor.
S. 2884 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Sep 27, 1986, sponsored by Howard Metzenbaum.
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
- Sep 27, 1986
- Policy area
- Labor
- Public law
- Public Law 99-486
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 27, 1986
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 16, 1986
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