George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives

U.S. Senate : Legislative Records.
General Records, 1977-1994.

31 linear feet.

Catalog Number: M202.6.2.1

Background Note:
This group of files was collected and used by the legislative staff and is an accumulation of data for reference. The Mitchell staff tracked legislative accomplishments and voting records as an important part of their work. This collected information tells the history of the office through early legislative files, accomplishments, voting records, and memos.

Description:
This series spans the years 1977 through 1994 and contains voting records, descriptions of bills, summaries of the Mitchell office legislative accomplishments, and a collection of staff memos on all subjects from 1980 to 1983. Transitional material from the Muskie office is included here, along with some early legislative files. The collective information could be used to create press releases, year-end statements, campaign material, or serve as factual matter in speeches and discussions. It gives information of the overall mission and progress of the Mitchell office. Subjects include the environment, defense contracts, health care, the federal budget, and economic development.

Access Restrictions: Restricted until January 3, 2015; sub-series M202.6.2.1.6, Voting Records and Bills, carries no restrictions.