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- H.R.1593
H.R.1593: STOP Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced April 17, 2013
- Latest Major Action May 6, 2013
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
160 (159 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Sexual Assault Training Oversight and Prevention Act or STOP Act - Establishes a Sexual Assault Oversight and Response Council, composed mainly of civilians, as an independent entity from the chain of command of the Department of Defense (DOD). Directs the Council to: (1) appoint personnel to the Sexual Assault Oversight and Response Office, and advise such Office; (2) appoint the Director of Military Prosecutions (Director); (3) review each...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 6, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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| April 17, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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| April 17, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Jackie Speier (D-Calif.) |