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H.R.959: Protect our Girls Act of 2019
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 4, 2019
- Latest Major Action March 22, 2019
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
50 (24 Democrats, 26 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Feb. 4, 2019
Bill Summary
Protect our Girls Act of 2019 This bill criminalizes additional conduct with respect to female genital mutilation. Specifically, it prohibits interstate travel to commit or facilitate female genital mutilation.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 22, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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Feb. 4, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Feb. 4, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Scott Perry (R-Pa.) |