H.R. 4708 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign Authorization Act
H.R. 4708 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Dec 21, 2017, sponsored by Michael T. McCaul with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Dec 21, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 115-125
What it does
Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign Authorization Act (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) a program to be known as the Blue Campaign, the purpose of which shall be to unify and coordinate DHS efforts to address human trafficking.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Michael T. McCaul (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 21, 2017
- Passed the HouseJan 11, 2018
- Passed the SenateJan 30, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentFeb 6, 2018
- Became lawFeb 14, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-125. (Feb 14, 2018)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
- Homeland Security Committee
More
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