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- H.R.1986
H.R.1986: Effective Prosecution of Possession of Biological Toxins and Agents Act of 2019
About This Bill
- Introduced March 28, 2019
- Latest Major Action July 9, 2019
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (1 Democrat, 2 Republicans)
Bill Versions
- Reported in House - July 9, 2019
- Introduced in House - March 28, 2019
Bill Summary
Effective Prosecution of Possession of Biological Toxins and Agents Act of 2019 This bill revises the criminal prohibition on the shipment, transport, possession, or receipt of a biological agent or toxin by a restricted person. Specifically, it updates references to the lists of agents and toxins covered by the prohibition.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 9, 2019 |
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 104.
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| July 9, 2019 |
Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 116-141.
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| June 12, 2019 |
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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| June 12, 2019 |
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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| 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 John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) |