H.R. 5512 · 112th Congress · 2011–2012
Divisional Realignment Act of 2012
H.R. 5512 in the 112th Congress (2011–2012) became law — introduced on May 7, 2012, sponsored by Bennie G. Thompson with 4 co-sponsors.
During the 112th Congress (2011–2012), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 7, 2012
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Law
- Public law
- Public Law 112-188
What it does
Divisional Realignment Act of 2012 - Amends the federal judicial code to realign counties comprising judicial divisions within the Eastern District of Missouri and the Northern District of Mississippi. Makes this Act effective 60 days after enactment.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 7, 2012
- Passed the HouseMay 30, 2012
- Passed the SenateSep 22, 2012
- Sent to the PresidentSep 25, 2012
- Became lawOct 5, 2012
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 112-188. (Oct 5, 2012)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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