S. 231 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
A bill to authorize the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program at fiscal year 2006 levels through 2012.
S. 231 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Jan 9, 2007, sponsored by Dianne Feinstein with 52 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
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 9, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 52
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 110-294
What it does
Amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize appropriations for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program through FY2012.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Dianne Feinstein (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 41 Democrats, 9 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 9, 2007
- Passed the SenateMay 24, 2007
- Passed the HouseJul 14, 2008
- Sent to the PresidentJul 22, 2008
- Became lawJul 30, 2008
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-294. (Jul 30, 2008)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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