Bill95th CongressFiled Aug 4, 1977Finance and Financial Sector
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A bill to amend the Bankruptcy Act to provide a priority for certain debts to consumers.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Aug 4, 1977)
Amends the Bankruptcy Act to establish in the order of payment out of bankrupt estates, a priority for consumers on account of a deposit of money made in connection with the purchase, lease, or rental of goods or services for personal, family or household use.
What just happenedAug 4, 1977
Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Williams, Harrison A., Jr. [D-NJ](D-NJ)Sponsor
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- Aug 4, 1977IntroReferral
Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Aug 4, 1977IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate