H.R. 4278 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Assistive Technology Act of 2004
H.R. 4278 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on May 5, 2004, sponsored by Howard P. "Buck" McKeon with 25 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 5, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 25
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 108-364
What it does
Assistive Technology Act of 2004 - (Sec. 2) Amends the Assistive Technology Act of 1998 (ATA) to reauthorize and revise ATA programs. Revises ATA State grant programs to direct the Secretary of Education to make assistive technology (AT) grants to States to maintain comprehensive statewide programs designed to: (1) maximize the ability of individuals with disabilities, and their family members, guardians, advocates, and author…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Howard P. "Buck" McKeon (R-CA). Co-sponsors: 15 Democrats, 9 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 5, 2004
- Passed the HouseJun 14, 2004
- Passed the SenateSep 30, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentOct 13, 2004
- Became lawOct 25, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-364. (Oct 25, 2004)
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Committees
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
- Education and the Workforce Committee
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