Joint resolution to amend the statute of limitations provisions in section 2415 of title 28, United States Code, relating to claims by United States on behalf of Indians.
Public Law 95-64 · H.J.Res. 539 · 95th Congress · began in the House
Signed by Jimmy Carter (D) on Jul 11, 1977 · Native Americans
Sponsor: Rep. Morris Udall (D-AZ-2)
Cosponsors: None
Passage votes
- HouseMethod not stated
- SenateMethod not stated
Data notes
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Summary
The Congressional Research Service’s plain-language summary of what the law does.
Extends, for one month (to August 18, 1977), the statute of limitations governing civil actions for money damages arising prior to July 18, 1966, and brought by the United States on behalf of Indian groups and Indians whose land is held in trust by the government.
Committees
The record shows no committee referral for this bill.
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Timeline
From introduction to signing, newest first: the committees, the floor and the president. 10 actions.
- Jul 11, 1977Became lawBecame law · Signed by President.
- PresidentPresident · Public Law 95-64.
- Jun 30, 1977PresidentPresident · Measure presented to President.
- PresidentPresident · Measure enrolled in Senate.
- PresidentPresident · Measure enrolled in House.
- FloorFloor · Measure passed Senate.
- FloorFloor · Measure called up by unanimous consent in Senate.
- FloorFloor · Measure passed House.
- FloorFloor · Measure called up by unanimous consent in House.
- IntroducedIntroduced · Introduced in the House
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Official record
The bill’s full text and every action, including introduction and committee steps, are on Congress.gov. Data through Oct 7, 2026.