S. 134 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
Combat Online Predators Act
S. 134 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Jan 15, 2019, sponsored by Patrick J. Toomey with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 15, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 116-249
What it does
Combat Online Predators Act (Sec. 2) This bill increases the maximum prison term for a stalking offense, if the victim is under 18 years of age. (Sec. 3) The Department of Justice must report on best practices for enforcing laws related to stalking.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Patrick J. Toomey (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 15, 2019
- Passed the SenateOct 28, 2019
- Passed the HouseDec 8, 2020
- Sent to the PresidentDec 11, 2020
- Became lawDec 22, 2020
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-249. (Dec 22, 2020)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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