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Ted Weiss Child Support Enforcement Act of 1992
PL 102-537 (H.R.6022), enacted 10/27/1992

PUBLIC LAW 102-537—OCT. 27, 1992 
106 STAT. 3531 
Public Law 102-537 
102d Congress 
An Act 
To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to require the inclusion in consumer 
reports of information provided to consumer reporting agencies regarding the 
faUure of a consimier to pay overdue child support. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of 
the United States of 
America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 
This Act may be cited as the Ted Weiss Child Support Enforce-
ment Act of 1992". 
SEC. 2. INCLUSION IN CONSUMER REPORTS OF INFORMATION 
REGARDING FAILURES OF CONSUMERS TO PAY OVERDUE 
CHILD SUPPORT. 
(a) IN GENERAL.—The Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 
1681 et seq.) is amended by redesignating section 622 as section 
623 and by inserting after section 621 the following new section: 
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§ 622. Information on overdue child support obligations 
^Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, a consumer 
reporting agency shall include in any consumer report furnished 
by the a^eni^ in accordance with section 604, any information 
on the failure of the consumer to pay overdue support which— 
"(1) is provided— 
**(A) to the consumer reporting agency by a State or 
local child support enforcement agency; or 
"(B) to the consumer reporting agen<^ and verified 
bv any local, State, or Federal Government agency; and 
"(2) antedates the report by 7 years or less.". 
(b) DEFINITIONS.—Section 603 of the Fair Credit Reporting 
Act (15 U.S.C. 1681a) is amended by adding at the end the following 
new subsection: 
"(j) DEFINITIONS RELATING TO CHILD SUPPORT OBUGATIONS.— 
"(1) OVERDUE SUPPORT.—The term 'overdue support' has 
the meaning given to such term in section 466(e) of uie Social 
Security Act. 
"(2) 
STATE OR LOCAL CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT 
AGENCY.—^The term 'State or local child support enforcement 
agency* means a State or local affency which administers a 
State or local program for establishing and enforcing child 
support obligations. . 
Oct. 27, 1992 
[H.R. 6022] 
Ted Weiss Child 
Support 
Enforcement 
Act of 1992. 
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note. 
15 u s e 1681t. 
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106 STAT. 3532 
PUBLIC LAW 102-537—OCT. 27,1992 
(c) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of sections for the Fair 
Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) is amended by 
redesignating the item relating to section 622 as section 623 and 
by insertmg after the item relating to section 621 the following 
new item: 
"622. Information (m overdue diild aupport obligations.". 
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shall take effect on January 1,1993. 
Approved October 27,1992. 
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LEGISLATIVE mSTORY—H.R. 6022: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
Sept. 29, considered and passed House. 
Oct. 5, considered and passed Senate.
Battered Women's Testimony Act of 1992
PL 102-527 (H.R.1252), enacted 10/27/1992

PUBLIC LAW 102-527—OCT. 27, 1992 
106 STAT. 3459 
Public Law 102-527 
102d Congress 
An Act 
To authorize the State Justice Institute to analyze and disseminate information 
regarding the admissibility and quality of testimony of witnesses with expertise 
relating to battered women, and to develop and disseminate training materials 
to increase the use of such experts to provide testimony in criminal trials of 
battered women, particularly in cases involving indigent women. 
Oct. 27, 1992 
[H.R. 1252] 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of 
the United States of 
America in Congress assembled. 
Battered 
Womens 
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 
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of 1992. 
This Act may be cited as the 'Mattered Women's Testimony 42 use 10702 
Act of 1992". 
note. 
SEC. 2. AUTHORTIY OF STATE JUSTICE INSTITUTE. 
The State Justice Institute shall— 
(1) collect nationwide and analyze information regarding— 
(A) the admissibility and quality of expert testimony 
on the experiences of battered women offered as part of 
the defense in criminal cases under State law, and 
(B) sources of, and methods to obtain, funds to pay 
costs incurred to provide such testimony, particularly in 
cases involving indigent women defendants, 
(2) develop training materials to assist— 
(A) battered women, operators of domestic violence 
shelters, battered women's advocates, and attorneys to use 
such expert testimony in appropriate cases, particularly 
appropriate cases involving indigent women defendants, 
and 
(B) individuals with expertise in the experiences of 
battered women to develop skills appropriate to providing 
such expert testimony, and 
(3) disseminate such information and such training mate-
rials, and provide related technical assistance, to battered 
women, such operators, such advocates, such attorneys, and 
such individuals. 
SEC. 3. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS. 
For purposes of this Act— 
(1) subsections (d) and (e) of section 206 of the State 
Justice Institute Act of 1984, and 
(2) subsections (a) and (b) of section 207 of such Act, 
42 u s e 10702 
note. 
42 u s e 10702 
note. 
106 STAT. 3460 
PUBUC LAW 102-527—OCT. 27, 1992 
shall apply in the same manner as such subsections apply with 
respect to grants and contracts made under such Act. 
42 u s e 10702 
SEC. 4. AUTHOBIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONa 
There is authorized to be appropriated $600,000 to carry out 
this Act. 
Approved October 27,1992. 
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LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.R. 1252: 
HOUSE REPORTS: No. 102-991 (Comm. on the Judiciary.) 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
Oct. 3, considered and passed House. 
Oct. 7, considered and passed Senate. 
WEEKLY COMPILATION OF PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS, Vol. 28 (1992): 
Oct. 27, Presidential statement.
A joint resolution designating November 13, 1992, as "Vietnam Veterans Memorial 10th Anniversary Day".
PL 102-518 (S.J.Res.318), enacted 10/24/1992

106 STAT. 3382 
PUBLIC LAW 102-518—OCT. 24, 1992 
Public Law 102-518 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Oct. 24, 1992 
Designating November 13, 1992, as "Vietnam Veterans Memorial 
[S.J. Res. 318] 
10th Anniversary Day". 
Whereas on November 13, 1982, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial 
was dedicated in honor and recognition of the men and women 
of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in the 
Vietnam War, particularly those who gave their lives or who 
remain missing; 
Whereas the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, located on a site in 
West Potomac Park in the District of Columbia near the Lincoln 
Memorial as authorized by Public Law 96-297, was constructed 
with funds raised entirely from private sources; 
Whereas this memorial, bearing the names of 58,183 men and 
women, has become the most visited memorial in the Nation's 
capital; 
Whereas November 13, 1992, marks the 10th anniversary of the 
Vietnam Veterans Memorial, a milestone which wi]l be observed 
during 1992 through educational seminars, a reading of the 
names on the Wall, veterans reunions, and other appropriate 
events; 
Whereas this anniversary offers an opportunity for the entire coun-
try to reflect on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and its role 
in healing the Nation's wounds from the Vietnam era; and 
Whereas the anniversary will enable new generations to discuss 
lessons learned in the decade since the Memorial's dedication: 
Now, therefore, be it 
PUBLIC LAW 102-518—OCT. 24, 1992 
106 STAT. 3383 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled. That November 
13, 1992, is designated as "Vietnam Veterans Memorial 10th 
Anniversary Day", and the President is authorized and requested 
to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States 
to observe me day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. 
Approved October 24, 1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 318: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
June 26, considered and passed Senate. 
Oct. 5, considered and paSssed House.
To amend title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to ensure an equitable and timely distribution of benefits to public safety officers.
PL 102-520 (H.R.5862), enacted 10/25/1992

106 STAT. 3402 
PUBLIC LAW 102-520—OCT. 25, 1992 
Public Law 102-520 
102d Congress 
An Act 
Oct. 25, 1992 
To amend title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to 
[H.R. 5862] 
ensure an equitable and timely distribution of benefits to public safety officers. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of 
the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. DISABIUTY BENEFITS. 
Section 1201(b) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and 
42 use 3796. 
Safe Streets Act of 1968 is amended— 
(1) by striking "a benefit of up to $100,000,"; and 
(2) by inserting "the same benefit in any year that is 
payable under subsection (a) in such year,". 
42 u s e 3796 
SEC. 2. RETROACTIVE APPUCATION. 
The amendments made by section 1 of this Act shall apply 
with respect to injuries occurring on or after November 29, 1990, 
using the calculation method used to determine benefits luider 
section 1201(a) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe 
Streets Act of 1968. 
Approved October 25, 1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.R. 5862: 
HOUSE REPORTS: No. 102-994 (Comm. on the Judiciary). 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
Oct. 3, considered and passed House. 
Oct. 7, considered and passed Senate. 
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A joint resolution designating January 3, 1993, through January 9, 1993, as "National Law Enforcement Training Week".
PL 102-516 (S.J.Res.304), enacted 10/24/1992

106 STAT. 3378 
PUBLIC LAW 102-516—OCT. 24, 1992 
Public Law 102-516 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Oct. 24, 1992 
Designating January 3, 1993, through January 9, 1993, as "National Law 
[S.J. Res. 304] 
Enforcement Treiining Week". 
Whereas law enforcement training and the sciences related to law 
enforcement are critical to the immediate and long-term safety 
and well-being of this Nation because law enforcement profes-
sionals provide service and protection to citizens in all sectors 
of society; 
Whereas law enforcement training is a critical component of 
national efforts to protect the citizens of this Nation from violent 
crime, to combat the malignancy of illicit drugs, and to apprehend 
criminals who commit personal, property, and business crimes; 
Whereas law enforcement training serves the hard working and 
law abiding citizens of this Nation; 
Whereas it is essential that the citizens of this Nation be able 
to enjoy an inherent right of freedom from fear and learn of 
the significant contributions that law enforcement trainers have 
made to assure such right; 
Whereas it is vital to build and maintain a highly trsdned and 
motivated law enforcement work force that is educated and 
trained in the skills of law enforcement and the sciences related 
to law enforcement in order to take advantage of the opportunities 
that law enforcement provides; 
Whereas it is in the national interest to stimulate and encourage 
the youth of this Nation to understand the significance of law 
enforcement training to the law enforcement profession and to 
the safety and security of all citizens; 
Whereas it is in the national interest to encourage the youth of 
this Nation to appreciate the intellectual fascination of law 
enforcement training; and 
Whereas it is in the national interest to make the youth of this 
Nation aware of c£u*eer options available in law enforcement 
and disciplines related to law enforcement: Now, therefore, be 
it 
PUBLIC LAW 102-516—OCT. 24, 1992 
106 STAT. 3379 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled. That January 
3, 1993, through January 9, 1993, is designated as "National Law 
Enforcement Training Week". The President is authorized and 
requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the 
United States to observe such week with appropriate exhibits, cere-
monies, and activities, including programs designed to heighten 
the awareness of all citizens, particularly the youth of this Nation, 
of the importsuice of law enforcement training and related dis-
ciplines. 
Approved October 24, 1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 304: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
June 26, considered and passed Senate. 
Oct. 5, considered and passed House.
A bill to extend the authorization of use of official mail in the location and recovery of missing children, and for other purposes.
PL 102-514 (S.3279), enacted 10/24/1992

PUBLIC LAW 102-514—OCT. 24, 1992 
106 STAT. 3371 
Public Law 102-514 
102d Congress 
An Act 
To extend the authorization of use of official mail in the location and recovery 
Oct. 24, 1992 
of missing children, and for other purposes. 
[S. 3279] 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of 
the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. EXTENSION OF AUTHORIZATION OF USE OF OFFICIAL 
MAIL IN THE LOCATION AND RECOVERY OF MISSING 
CHILDREN. 
The Act entitled "An Act to amend title 3, United States Code, 
to authorize the use of penalty and franked mail in efforts relating 
to the location and recovery of missing children", approved August 
9, 1985 (39 U.S.C. 3220 note; Public Law 99-87), is amended— 
(1) in section 3(a) by striking out "June 30, 1992" and 
inserting in lieu thereof "June 30, 1997"; and 
(2) in section 5 by striking out "December 31, 1992" and 
inserting in lieu thereof "December 31, 1997". 
Approved October 24, 1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S. 3279: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
Sept. 26, considered and passed Senate. 
Sept. 30, considered and passed House.
A joint resolution designating the week beginning November 8, 1992, as "National Women Veterans Recognition Week".
PL 102-517 (S.J.Res.309), enacted 10/24/1992

106 STAT. 3380 
PUBLIC LAW 102-517—OCT. 24, 1992 
Public Law 102-517 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Oct. 24, 1992 
Designating the week beginning November 8, 1992, as "National Women Veterans 
[S.J. Res. 309] 
Recognition Week". 
Whereas 1992 marks the 50th anniversary of the estabUshment 
of the Women's Army AuxiHary Corps, the Women Accepted 
for Voluntary Emergency Service, the Women Air Force Service 
Pilots, and the Women's Reserve of the Coast Guard, in which 
more than 400,000 women served during World War II; 
Whereas there are more than 1,200,000 women veterans in the 
United States representing 4.6 percent of the total veteran popu-
lation; 
Whereas the number of women serving in the United States Armed 
Forces and the number of women veterans continue to increase; 
Whereas women veterans have contributed greatly to the security 
of the United States through honorable military service, often 
involving great hardship and danger; 
Whereas women are performing a wider range of tasks in the 
United States Armed Forces, as demonstrated by the participation 
of women in the military actions taken in Panama and the 
Persian Gulf region; 
Whereas the special needs of women veterans, especially in the 
area of health care, have often been overlooked or inadequately 
addressed by the Federal Grovernment; 
Whereas the lack of attention to the special needs of women vet-
erans has discouraged or prevented many women veterans from 
taking full advantage of the benefits and services to which they 
are entitled; and 
Whereas designating a week to recognize women veterans will 
help both to promote important gains made by women veterans 
and to focus attention on the special needs of women veterans: 
Now, therefore, be it 
PUBLIC LAW 102-517—OCT. 24, 1992 
106 STAT. 3381 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled. That the week 
beginning November 8, 1992, is designated as "National Women 
Veterans Recognition Week", and the President is authorized and 
requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the 
United States to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies 
and activities. 
Approved October 24, 1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 309: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
June 26, considered and passed Senate. 
Oct. 5, considered and passed House.
A bill to designate the United States Courthouse to be constructed in Fargo, North Dakota, the Quentin N. Burdick United States Courthouse.
PL 102-513 (S.3224), enacted 10/24/1992

106 STAT. 3370 
PUBLIC LAW 102-513—OCT. 24, 1992 
Public Law 102-513 
102d Congress 
An Act 
Oct. 24, 1992 
To designate the United States Courthouse to be constructed in Fargo, North 
rg 32241 
Dakota, as the "Quentin N. Burdick United States Courthouse". 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of 
the United States of America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. DESIGNATION. 
The United States Courthouse to be constructed in Fargo, North 
Dakota shall be known and designated as the "Quentin N. Burdick 
United States Courthouse". 
SEC. 2. REFERENCES. 
Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, 
or other record of the United States to the United States Courthouse 
referred to in section 1 shall be deemed a reference to the "Quentin 
N. Burdick United States Courthouse". 
Approved October 24, 1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S. 3224: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
Sept. 10, considered and passed Senate. 
Oct. 5, considered and passed House.
Designating May 3, 1992 through May 9, 1992, as "Be Kind to Animals and National Pet Week".
PL 102-504 (H.J.Res.429), enacted 10/24/1992

106 STAT. 3276 
PUBLIC LAW 102-504—OCT. 24, 1992 
Public Law 102-504 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Oct. 24, 1992 
Designating May 2, 1993, through May 8, 1993, as "Be Kind to Animals and 
[H.J. Res. 429] 
National Pet Week". 
Whereas 1992 marks the 77th anniversary of the American Humane 
Association's "Be Kind to Animals Week" and the 12th anniver-
sary of "National Pet Week", sponsored by the American Veteri-
nary Medical Association, the Auxiliary to the American Veteri-
nary Medical Association, and the American Animal Hospital 
Association; 
Whereas animals and pets give companionship and pleasure in 
daily living, share the homes of over 50,000,000 individuals or 
families in the United States, and provide special benefits to 
elderly persons and children; 
Whereas the people of the United States have a firm commitment 
to promote responsible care of animals and pets and to guard 
against cruel and irresponsible treatment; 
Whereas teaching kindness and respect for all living creatures 
through education in schools and communities is essential to 
the basic values of a humane and civilized society; 
Whereas the people of the United States are grateful to the veteri-
nary medical profession for providing preventative and emergency 
medical care and assistance to animals, spaying and neutering 
animals to combat overpopulation, and contributing to the edu-
cation of animal owners; and 
Whereas the people of the United States are indebted to animal 
protection organizations. State humane organizations, and local 
animal care and control agencies for promoting respect for ani-
mals and pets, educating children about humane attitudes, and 
caring for lost, unwanted, abused, and abandoned animals: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled, 
That May 2, 
1993, through May 8, 1993, is designated as "Be Kind to Animals 
and National Pet Week". The President is authorized and requested 
to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United 
PUBLIC LAW 102-504—OCT. 24, 1992 
106 STAT. 3277 
States to observe the week with appropriate 
ceremonies 
and activities. 
Approved October 24,1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 429: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
June 5, considered and passed House. 
Oct. 8, considered and passed Senate.
Authorizing the Go for Broke National Veterans Association to establish a memorial to Japanese American Veterans in the District of Columbia or its environs.
PL 102-502 (H.J.Res.271), enacted 10/24/1992

PUBLIC LAW 102-502—OCT. 24, 1992 
106 STAT. 3273 
Public Law 102-502 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Authorizing the Go For Broke National Veterans Association Foundation to establish 
Q ^ 24 1992 
a memorial in the District of Ck)lumbia or its environs to honor Japanese American 
patriotism in World War II. 
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Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of 
America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. AUTHORITY TO ESTABUSH MEMORIAL. 
40 USC 1003 
(a) IN GENERAL.—^The Go For Broke National Veterans Associa-
tion Foundation is authorized to establish a memorial on Federal 
land in the District of Columbia or its environs to honor Japanese 
American patriotism in World War II. 
(b) 
(JOMPLiANCE 
W I T H 
STANDARDS 
FOR 
COMMEMORATIVE 
WORKS.—^The establishment of the memorial shall be in accordance 
with the Act entitled "An Act to provide standards for placement 
of commemorative works on certam Federal lands in the District 
of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes" approved 
November 14,1986 (40 U.S.C. 1001, et seq.). 
SEC. 2. PAYMENT OF EXPENSES'. 
40 USC 1003 
The Go For Broke National Veterans Association Foundation 
shall be solely responsible for acceptance of contributions for, and 
payment of Uie expenses of, the establishment of the memorial. 
No Federal fimds may be used to pay any expense of the establish-
ment of the memorial. 
SEC. 3. DEPOSIT OF EXCESS FUNDS. 
40 USC 1003 
If, Upon payment of all expenses of the establishment of the 
memorial (including the maintenance and preservation amount pro-
vided for in section 8(b) of the Act referred to in section 1(b)), 
or upon expiration of the authority for the memorial under section 
ICXb) of that Act, there remains a balance of funds received for 
106 STAT. 3274 
PUBLIC LAW 102-502—OCT. 24, 1992 
the establishment of the memorial, the Go For Broke National 
Veterans Association Foundation shall transmit the amount of the 
balance to the Secretary of the Treasury for deposit in the account 
provided for in section 8(bXl) of that Act. 
Approved October 24, 1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 271: 
HOUSE REPORTS: No. 102-727 (Comm. on House Administration). 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): 
July 28, considered and passed House. 
Oct. 7, considered and passed Senate.
Office of Government Ethics Amendment of 1992
PL 102-506 (S.1145), enacted 10/24/1992

106 STAT. 3280 
PUBLIC LAW 102-506—OCT. 24, 1992 
Oct. 24, 1992 
[S. 1145] 
Office of 
Government 
Ethics 
Amendment of 
1992. 
5 u s e app. 101 
note. 
Public Law 102-506 
102d Congress 
An Act 
To amend the Ethics in Crovemment Act of 1978 to remove the limitation on 
the authorization of appropriations for the Office of Crovemment Ethics. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of 
the United States of 
America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 
This Act may be cited as the "Office of Government Ethics 
Amendment of 1992". 
SEC. 2. REMOVAL OF THE CAP ON THE AUTHORIZATION OF APPRO-
PRIATIONS. 
Section 405 of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. 
App.) is amended— 
(1) in paragraph (1) by striking "and"; 
(2) in paragraph (2) by striking "each of the 5 fiscal years 
thereafter, and inserting "the fiscal year ending September 
30,1990; and"; and 
(3) by adding after paragraph (2) the following new para-
graph: 
"(3) such sums as may be necessary for each of the 4 
fiscal years thereafter.". 
Approved October 24,1992. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S. 1145 (H.R. 2828): 
HOUSE REPORTS: No. 102-586, Pt. 1 (Comm. on the Judiciary) and Pt. 2 (Comm. on 
Post Office and Civil Service), both accompan3ring H.R. 2828. 
SENATE REPORTS: No. 102-132 (Comm. on Governmental Affairs). 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: 
Vol. 137 (1991): Aug. 2, considered and passed Senate. 
Vol. 138 (1992): Aug. 4, H.R. 2828 considered and passed House; S. 1145, 
amended, passed in lieu. 
Oct. 7, Senate concuired in House amendment.