H.R. 515 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
International Megan's Law to Prevent Child Exploitation and Other Sexual Crimes Through Advanced Notification of Traveling Sex Offenders
H.R. 515 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Jan 22, 2015, sponsored by Christopher H. Smith with 15 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 22, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 15
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 114-119
What it does
International Megan's Law to Prevent Child Exploitation and Other Sexual Crimes Through Advanced Notification of Traveling Sex Offenders (Sec. 4) This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish the Angel Watch Center within the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Christopher H. Smith (R-NJ). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 11 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 22, 2015
- Passed the HouseJan 26, 2015
- Passed the SenateDec 17, 2015
- Sent to the PresidentFeb 4, 2016
- Became lawFeb 8, 2016
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-119. (Feb 8, 2016)
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- S. 238: Eric Williams Correctional Officer Protection Act of 2015
- S. 483: Ensuring Patient Access and Effective Drug Enforcement Act of 2016
- S. 1890: Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016
- S. 32: Transnational Drug Trafficking Act of 2015
- S. 125: Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program Reauthorization Act of 2015
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Committees
- Foreign Relations Committee
- Judiciary Committee
- Foreign Affairs Committee
More
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