H.R.867: Metal Theft Prevention Act of 2013

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
  • Introduced Feb. 27, 2013
  • Latest Major Action April 8, 2013

Bill Summary

Metal Theft Prevention Act of 2013 - Prohibits stealing specified metal being used in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce, the theft of which harms critical infrastructure, including metal used as part of an electrical substation, power line, cellular tower, telephone land line, highway equipment and facilities, railroad equipment and facilities, water well, reservoir, or sewage line. Sets penalties of a fine, 10 years' imprisonment,...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
April 8, 2013
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations.
March 1, 2013
Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
Feb. 27, 2013
Referred to House Judiciary
Feb. 27, 2013
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
Feb. 27, 2013

Introduced in the House by Erik Paulsen (R-Minn.)

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