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S.1070: Elder Justice Act of 2008
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced March 29, 2007
- Latest Major Action Sept. 18, 2008
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
33 (23 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Elder Justice Act of 2008 - (Sec. 5) Amends the Social Security Act (SSA) to establish an Elder Justice program under title XX (Block Grants to States for Social Services). Establishes within the Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) an Elder Justice Coordinating Council (EJCC). Establishes the Advisory Board on Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation. Directs the Secretary to promulgate guidelines to assist researchers...
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Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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Committee on Finance. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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Committee on Finance. Reported by Senator Baucus with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 110-470.
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1029.
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| March 29, 2007 |
Introduced in the Senate by Orrin G. Hatch (R-Utah) |