H.R. 4472 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006
H.R. 4472 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Dec 8, 2005, sponsored by F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr. with 37 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
- Dec 8, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 37
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 109-248
What it does
Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 - Recognizes the commitment of John and Reve Walsh to the protection of children from child predators on the 25th anniversary of the abduction and murder of their son, Adam. Title I: Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act - Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act - (Sec.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr. (R-WI). Co-sponsors: 5 Democrats, 32 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 8, 2005
- Passed the HouseMar 8, 2006
- Passed the SenateJul 20, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentJul 26, 2006
- Became lawJul 27, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-248. (Jul 27, 2006)
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Committees
- Ways and Means Committee
- Judiciary Committee
More
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