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- H.R.5795
H.R.5795: Forensic Science and Standards Act of 2016
About This Bill
- Introduced July 14, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 30, 2016
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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Bill Summary
Forensic Science and Standards Act of 2016 This bill establishes a National Forensic Science Research Initiative to improve, expand, and coordinate federal research in forensic sciences. The bill establishes a National Forensic Science Coordinating Office to coordinate with relevant federal agencies in the development of: (1) a unified federal research strategy; and (2) any necessary programs, policies, and budgets to support implementation...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Sept. 30, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Technology.
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| Aug. 11, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
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| July 14, 2016 |
Referred to House Judiciary
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| July 14, 2016 |
Referred to House Science, Space, and Technology
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| July 14, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas) |