H.R.4704: To expand the PROTECT Our Children Act of 2008 to include combating the transfer of permanent custody or control of a minor in contravention of a required legal procedure, and for other purposes.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
  • Introduced May 21, 2014
  • Latest Major Action July 21, 2014

Bill Summary

Amends the PROTECT Our Children Act of 2008 to include within the definition of "child exploitation" offering to engage or engaging in the transfer of permanent custody or control of a minor in contravention of a required legal procedure.

(Source: Library of Congress)

What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill

There are 2 statements associated with H.R.4704.

Bill Actions

Date Description
July 21, 2014
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
May 21, 2014
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
May 21, 2014

Introduced in the House by Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas)

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