S 1493 · 96th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

Department of Commerce, Trade, and Technology Organization Act

Introduced 1979-07-12· Sponsored by Sen. Stevenson, Adlai E., III [D-IL]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs.(1979-07-12)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Department of Commerce, Trade, and Technology Organization Act - Title I: Findings and Purposes - Enumerates the following functions of the Department of Commerce, Trade, and Technology: (1) the promotion of U.S. exports; (2) the analysis of information on commercial and technological trends; (3) the provision of trade opportunities for U.S. businesses; (4) the coordination of Government programs having impact on international trade and technological competition; (5) the administration of export controls; (6) the dissemination of information on imports; and (7) the assurance of adequate supplies of materials critical to national security or the nation's economy. Title II: Reorganization of International Trade Functions - Redesignates the Department of Commerce as the Department of Commerce, Trade, and Technology. Redesignates officials of the Department of Commerce accordingly. Provides for the appointment of a Deputy Secretary of Commerce, Trade, and Technology to act for the Secretary during the Secretary's absence. Directs the Secretary to: (1) oversee the collection and dissemination of information concerning technology and domestic and international trade; (2) conduct a joint …

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