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- H.R.296
H.R.296: Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act of 2015
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 13, 2015
- Latest Major Action Feb. 2, 2015
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (1 Democrat, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act of 2015 This bill amends the federal criminal code, the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2005, the Victims of Child Abuse Act of 1990, and the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to enhance protections and increase restitution for victims of human trafficking. The bill imposes an additional penalty of $5,000 on any...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Feb. 2, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
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| Jan. 13, 2015 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Jan. 13, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Ted Poe (R-Texas) |