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1979 Senate Hearing on Maritime Program Funding (S. 640)

Original title: Authorize appropriations for certain maritime programs: hearing before the Subcommittee on Merchant Marine and Tourism of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, United States Senate, Ninety-sixth Congress, first session, on S. 640 ... April 4, 1979.

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What This Bill Does

This document is a transcript of a 1979 U.S. Senate subcommittee hearing regarding the of federal funding for various maritime and shipping programs under Senate Bill 640.

Why it matters

The hearing established the legislative record for federal spending on maritime infrastructure and programs for the 1979 fiscal year, impacting the operational budget of national shipping initiatives.

Who It Affects

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Maritime industry participants

The bill under discussion determines the level of federal funding available for maritime programs.

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Federal government agencies

These agencies are subject to the appropriations authorized by the legislation discussed in the hearing.

Key Facts

The hearing was held on April 4, 1979, by the Subcommittee on Merchant Marine and Tourism.
The primary purpose of the hearing was to review S. 640, a bill to authorize appropriations for maritime programs.
The proceedings took place during the first session of the 96th United States Congress.

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What was the purpose of this hearing?

The hearing was held to discuss and gather information regarding S. 640, which proposed funding for specific maritime programs.

When did this hearing occur?

The hearing took place on April 4, 1979.

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Historical Legislative Record

This document serves as a primary source for the 96th Congress's approach to maritime policy.

S. 640 96th Congress

Connected Entities

Subcommittee on Merchant Marine and Tourism, Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

OrganizationSubcommittee on Merchant Marine and Tourism“The Senate subcommittee conducting the hearing.”Map →

OrganizationCommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation“The parent committee of the subcommittee.”Map →

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