legislation: 98-hr-4490

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98-hr-4490 98 hr 4490 Metric Evaluation Act of 1984 Science, Technology, Communications 1983-11-18 1983-12-21 Referred to Subcommittee on Science Research and Technology. House Rep. Brown, George E., Jr. [D-CA-36] CA D B000918 0 Metric Evaluation Act of 1983 - Authorizes the President to contract for an independent study of the extent of conversion to the SI metric system of weights and measures in the United States. Directs the President to appoint a panel to establish criteria for eligible bidders for such contract. Requires the study to analyze the impact of conversion on the materials and machinery industries and potential United States export opportunities. Requires cost/benefit analyses: (1) of the impact of conversion in the materials and machinery industries on small business; and (2) of not converting. Requires the President to report the results of the study to Congress not later than two years after enactment. Authorizes appropriations. 2025-08-29T17:40:31Z  

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