J. Mark Wilcox
American politician (1890-1956) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 65
James Mark Wilcox was a U.S. representative from Florida. He is remembered as the author of the Wilcox Municipal Bankruptcy Act, which became law in 1934, a bill which initially allowed a city in his district, West Palm Beach, to adjust its bonded indebtedness and avoid bankruptcy.
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It was later invoked to help New York City avoid bankruptcy in 1972.
Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1890 to 1956 · aged 65
