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- H.R.1950
H.R.1950: Sara's Law
About This Bill
- Introduced March 28, 2019
- Latest Major Action May 3, 2019
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (3 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 28, 2019
Bill Summary
Sara's Law This bill allows courts to impose a sentence below the mandatory minimum for a juvenile who was convicted of a violent offense against a person who engaged in certain conduct (e.g., trafficking, abuse, or assault) against the juvenile. It also allows courts to suspend any portion of an imposed sentence under these circumstances.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 3, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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| March 28, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| March 28, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) |