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National Conference on Cities and Towns Act

Introduced: December 2, 1985 See on congress.gov
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It never became law before the 99th Congress (1985–1986) adjourned, and bills don't carry over to the next Congress. It would have to be reintroduced. You can still save it for reference, but it won't receive updates.
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Became law
Dec 9, 1985
Referred to Subcommittee on Intergovernmental Relations and Human Resources.
Dec 2, 1985
Referred to House Committee on Government Operations.
Dec 2, 1985
Introduced in House
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National Conference on Cities and Towns Act - Directs the President to conduct a National Conference on Cities and Towns not earlier than December 1, 1986, and not later than December 1, 1987. Sets forth the purposes of such Conference concerning: (1) relations between cities and towns and the Federal system; and (2) present and future problems facing cities and towns.

Encourages each State Governor to conduct a State-level conference to prepare for the National Conference.

Sets forth the method of selecting delegates to such Conference.

Requires all departments, agencies, and instrumentalities to provide assistance as necessary to facilitate the planning of the Conference. Requires the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to provide assistance as necessary for the organization and conduct of State conferences. Authorizes the Secretary to enter into contracts to carry out the purposes of this Act.

Requires the Directors of the Congressional Research Service and the Congressional Budget Office to provide background materials for the use of participants in the National Conference and State conferences.

Prohibits the use of funds under this Act to reimburse the expenses of participants to the National Conference.

Authorizes the President to appoint an executive director and other directors and personnel as necessary for the Conference. Authorizes the detailing of Federal and military personnel in planning and administering such Conference.

Requires a final report of findings and recommendations to the President and the Congress within six months after the date the Conference is convened. Requires that such report be distributed to delegates, alternates, and State Governors and be available for sale to the public.

Authorizes appropriations.

What's happening now December 9, 1985

Referred to Subcommittee on Intergovernmental Relations and Human Resources.

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