James Roosevelt Papers. 1907 - 1966. Legislation Files

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James Roosevelt Papers. 1907 - 1966. Legislation Files

1955-1965

https://catalog.archives.gov/id/7763261

This series contains subject files that include correspondence, news clippings, and other printed materials received from the public commenting on or proposing legislation as well as protesting or supporting Congressman James Roosevelt's positions with regard to legislation. Included in this series are files related to legislative proposals concerning air pollution, agriculture, foreign affairs, education, labor management, minimum wage, narcotics, and youth programs. This series also includes materials related to Congressman James Roosevelt's support for the abolition of the House Un-American Activities Committee. Also included are files related to the private bills supported by Congressman James Roosevelt, printed copies of the public and private bills introduced by James Roosevelt in Congress, and the complete voting record of Congressman James Roosevelt, including yeas and nays by Congress and session.

36 linear feet, 4 linear inches

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Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum

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Roosevelt, James, 1907-1991

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James Roosevelt II (December 23, 1907 – August 13, 1991) was an American businessman, Marine, activist, and Democratic Party politician. The oldest son of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt, he received the Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism while serving as a Marine Corps officer during World War II. He served as an official Secretary to the President and in the United States House of Representatives representing California....