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S.1030: Federal Prohibition of Female Genital Mutilation Act of 1995
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced July 13, 1995
- Latest Major Action July 13, 1995
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (3 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Federal Prohibition of Female Genital Mutilation Act of 1995 - Amends the Federal criminal code to prohibit the circumcision, excision, or infibulation of the entire, or part of the, labia majora, labia minora, or clitoris of a female under the age of 18. Penalizes an individual violating the provision with a fine, a term of not more than five years' imprisonment, or both. Exempts a licensed medical practitioner performing the operation if the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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| July 13, 1995 |
Introduced in the Senate by Harry Reid (D-Nev.) |