H. R. 3841

Files

Description

To amend the Act of August 27, 1954 (commonly known as the Fishermen's Protective Act) to conserve and protect Atlantic salmon of North American origin.

Author/Creator

Florence P. Dwyer, New Jersey Representative of the 92nd Congress, 1st session

Recipient

Congress, Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries

Creation Date

February 8, 1971

Creation Date

2-8-1971

Document Type

Paper

Location

Washington, D.C.

Collection

Florence Price Dwyer was the second woman–and first Republican woman–elected to Congress from New Jersey. She served in the House from January 3, 1957 to January 3, 1973. She was an advocate for women’s rights and a critic of the Vietnam War. Dwyer’s papers include records of public service, correspondence with peers and constituents, printed material, and memorabilia documenting her career as a member of the United States Congress. The congresswoman frequently corresponded with the residents of Essex and Union counties about the legislation of the mid-twentieth century within the federal and state government.

Inventory Location

Bay 2, Column 9, Public Service, Box 1

Recommended Citation

Dwyer, Florence P.. H. R. 3841. Paper. From Special Collections Research Library and Archive, Kean University, Florence Dwyer Congressional Bills 1971. https://digitalcommons.kean.edu/cp_dwyer_bills_1971/9

Rights

This collection is open to the public for research use. Copyright remains with Kean University. Credit this material. Personal photographs may be made for research purposes. Inquiries regarding publishing material from the collection should be directed to the Special Collections Research Library and Archive at keanscrla@kean.edu.

Publishing Repository

Special Collections Research Library and Archive, Kean University