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- H.R.1985
H.R.1985: Justice for Children Now Act of 2017
About This Bill
- Introduced April 6, 2017
- Latest Major Action May 1, 2017
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - April 6, 2017
Bill Summary
Justice for Children Now Act of 2017 This bill authorizes the Department of Justice to appoint 70 immigration judges in addition to those serving as of the date of enactment of this bill.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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May 1, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.
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April 6, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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April 6, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas) |