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- H.R.6831
H.R.6831: Copper Theft Prevention Act of 2008
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Aug. 1, 2008
- Latest Major Action Aug. 1, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (10 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Copper Theft Prevention Act of 2008 - Requires secondary copper recyclers (purchasers of copper that has served its original economic purpose) to keep records for at least two years of all purchases of copper property. Prohibits such recyclers from accepting cash in excess of $500 for the purchase of copper property. Imposes a civil penalty of up to $10,000 for violations of this Act.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
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| Aug. 1, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Bart Stupak (D-Mich.) |