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- H.R.6036
H.R.6036: Extending Justice for Sex Crime Victims Act of 2016
About This Bill
- Introduced Sept. 15, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 27, 2016
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (5 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Sept. 15, 2016
Bill Summary
Extending Justice for Sex Crime Victims Act of 2016 This bill amends the federal criminal code to revise the statute of limitations for a victim of a human trafficking offense or federal sexual offense to file a civil action to recover damages. Under current law, the statute of limitations is 10 years from the date the cause of action arose. This bill sets a 10-year statute of limitations from the date the victim discovers the offense or...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 27, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
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| Sept. 15, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Sept. 15, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Ted Poe (R-Texas) |