H.R. 6338 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Geneva Distinctive Emblems Protection Act of 2006
H.R. 6338 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Dec 5, 2006, sponsored by Jeff Flake with 34 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 5, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 34
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 109-481
What it does
Geneva Distinctive Emblems Protection Act of 2006 - Amends the federal criminal code to prohibit the wearing or displaying of the Red Crescent or the Third Protocol Emblem (the Red Crystal), or any other insignia imitating such emblems, for the fraudulent purpose of claiming membership in an authorized national society using such emblems, the International Committee of the Red Cross, or the International Federation of the Red…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jeff Flake (R-AZ). Co-sponsors: 25 Democrats, 9 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 5, 2006
- Passed the HouseDec 5, 2006
- Passed the SenateDec 8, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentJan 3, 2007
- Became lawJan 12, 2007
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-481. (Jan 12, 2007)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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