H.R. 871 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
Jane's Law
H.R. 871 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) was introduced on Feb 7, 2007, sponsored by Robert Wexler with 44 co-sponsors.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 7, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 44
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Jane's Law - Amends the federal criminal code to impose a fine and/or a prison term of up to two years on any person who travels in interstate or foreign commerce to evade compliance with a court-ordered property distribution in a divorce proceeding involving more than $5,000. Requires payment of restitution equal to the total unpaid property distribution from any person convicted of evading payment.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Robert Wexler (D-FL). Co-sponsors: 41 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 7, 2007
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (Mar 1, 2007)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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