H.R. 32 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Stop Counterfeiting in Manufactured Goods Act
H.R. 32 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jan 4, 2005, sponsored by Joe Knollenberg with 59 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 4, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 59
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 109-181
What it does
Stop Counterfeiting in Manufactured Goods Act - Amends the federal criminal code to revise provisions prohibiting the trafficking in counterfeit goods and services to include trafficking in labels or similar packaging of any type or nature, with knowledge that a counterfeit mark has been applied to such labels or packaging, the use of which is likely to cause confusion, to cause mistake, or to deceive.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Joe Knollenberg (R-MI). Co-sponsors: 18 Democrats, 41 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 4, 2005
- Passed the HouseMay 23, 2005
- Passed the SenateFeb 15, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentMar 10, 2006
- Became lawMar 16, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-181. (Mar 16, 2006)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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