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H.R. 1403 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006

Department of Defense Office of the Victim Advocate Act of 2005

H.R. 1403 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Mar 17, 2005, sponsored by Carolyn Kilpatrick with 9 co-sponsors.

During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Mar 17, 2005
Co-sponsors
9
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security

What it does

Department of Defense Office of the Victim Advocate Act of 2005 - Establishes an Office of the Victim Advocate within the Office of the Secretary of Defense to assist victims of sexual misconduct and interpersonal violence occurring among members of the Armed Forces or between members of the Armed Forces and family members and partners.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Carolyn Kilpatrick (D-MI). Co-sponsors: 9 Democrats.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 17, 2005
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. (Apr 6, 2005)

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