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- H.R.3070
H.R.3070: Families for Orphans Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced June 26, 2009
- Latest Major Action June 26, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
55 (50 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Families for Orphans Act of 2009 - Establishes within the Department of State the Office for Orphan Policy Diplomacy and Development which shall support: (1) the preservation and reunification of families; and (2) the provision of permanent parental care for orphans. Directs the President to establish the Policy Coordinating Committee which shall monitor and support international efforts in family preservation, family reunification, and...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| June 26, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Diane Watson (D-Calif.) |