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TREASURY BILL PASSED
July 4, 1840

On this day in 1840, the Independent Treasury Act was passed. A powerful interest group called the "Locofocos" supported this bill along with President Van Buren. The bill met much opposition but finally passed on this day in 1840. This bill established an "independent" treasury responsible for government transactions.

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Discuss planned Internet projects with your technology coordinator to ensure that your equipment is working properly and that you have the resources you will need. Also, determine with your coordinator where it would be best for you to save downloaded files, especially in situations where memory is an issue.