H.R. 3985 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Interrogation Procedures Act of 2005
H.R. 3985 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Oct 6, 2005, sponsored by Jane Harman with 81 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
- Oct 6, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 81
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Interrogation Procedures Act of 2005 - Prohibits any individual in the custody or control of the U.S. government, regardless of nationality or physical location, from being subject to cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jane Harman (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 72 Democrats, 8 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 6, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (Feb 6, 2006)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
- Armed Services Committee
More
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