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October 3, 2008: Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) Bill Passes, President Bush Signs into Law

2008-10-03

House of Representatives bill 1424, known as the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP), passes by a slim margin in both Congressional houses, and is immediately signed into law by President Bush. [White House, 10/3/2008]