Tax Reform Act of 1986: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As	TRA
Date	October 22, 1986
Location	United States

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Key People

Ronald Reagan

Ronald Reagan

president of United States

Bill Bradley (right)

Bill Bradley

United States senator and athlete