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H.R.5950: Detainee Basic Medical Care Act of 2008
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced May 1, 2008
- Latest Major Action May 1, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
24 (23 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Detainee Basic Medical Care Act of 2008 - Directs: (1) the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish procedures for the delivery of medical and mental health care to all immigration detainees in Department of Homeland Security (DHS) custody; and (2) that such procedures address all detainee health needs, including primary care, emergency care, chronic care, prenatal care, dental care, eye care, mental health care, medical dietary needs, and...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| May 1, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) |