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S.3127: Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act of 2016
About This Bill
- Introduced July 6, 2016
- Latest Major Action July 6, 2016
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (4 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - July 6, 2016
Bill Summary
Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act of 2016 This bill increases the maximum term of imprisonment from 5 years to 10 years for individuals convicted more than once of illegal trafficking in Native American human remains or cultural items. This bill bans the export of illegally obtained Native American cultural objects and sets penalties for violations of this ban. A person is immune from criminal prosecution under laws regarding Native...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 6, 2016 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
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| July 6, 2016 |
Introduced in the Senate by Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) |