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H.R. 864 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006

STOP Act

H.R. 864 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Feb 16, 2005, sponsored by Lucille Roybal-Allard with 85 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

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
Feb 16, 2005
Co-sponsors
85
Policy area
Health
Public law
Public Law 109-422

What it does

Sober Truth on Preventing Underage Drinking Act or the STOP Act - Amends the Public Health Service Act with respect to underage drinking. Expresses the sense of Congress with regard to addressing the problem of underage drinking.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 63 Democrats, 21 Republicans, 1 Independent.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 16, 2005
  • Passed the HouseNov 14, 2006
  • Passed the SenateDec 6, 2006
  • Sent to the PresidentDec 11, 2006
  • Became lawDec 20, 2006

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-422. (Dec 20, 2006)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
    House · Nov 14, 2006 · Passed
    373–23

Every roll call vote on this bill

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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 864 (109th Congress): STOP Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/109-hr-864/stop-act (accessed 2026-10-13).

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