S. 178 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act
S. 178 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jan 20, 2017, sponsored by Chuck Grassley with 15 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
- Jan 20, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 15
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 115-70
What it does
Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act TITLE I--SUPPORTING FEDERAL CASES INVOLVING ELDER JUSTICE (Sec. 101) This bill establishes requirements for the Department of Justice (DOJ) with respect to investigating and prosecuting elder abuse crimes and enforcing elder abuse laws.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Chuck Grassley (R-IA). Co-sponsors: 11 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 20, 2017
- Passed the SenateAug 1, 2017
- Passed the HouseOct 3, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentOct 6, 2017
- Became lawOct 18, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Oct 18, 2017)
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- S. 1312: Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2017
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- S. 583: American Law Enforcement Heroes Act of 2017
- H.R. 510: Rapid DNA Act of 2017
- S. 782: PROTECT Our Children Act of 2017
- H.R. 1616: Strengthening State and Local Cyber Crime Fighting Act of 2017
- H.R. 1370: Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign Authorization Act of 2017
- S. 1766: Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence Reporting Act of 2017
- H.R. 2228: Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017
- S. 419: Public Safety Officers' Benefits Improvement Act of 2017
- S. 534: Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017
Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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