H.R. 5910 · 112th Congress · 2011–2012
Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2012
H.R. 5910 in the 112th Congress (2011–2012) has passed the house — introduced on Jun 7, 2012, sponsored by Robert J. Dold with 38 co-sponsors.
During the 112th Congress (2011–2012), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Passed the House
- Introduced
- Jun 7, 2012
- Co-sponsors
- 38
- Policy area
- Foreign Trade and International Finance
What it does
Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2012 - Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) U.S. ability to attract inbound investment (particularly net new investment) is directly linked to U.S. long-term economic prosperity, competitiveness, and security; (2) Congress and federal departments and agencies should be mindful of the potential impact upon U.S.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Robert J. Dold (R-IL). Co-sponsors: 11 Democrats, 27 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 7, 2012
- Passed the HouseSep 19, 2012
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Received in the Senate. (Sep 20, 2012)
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