To assist State and local governments in reducing the incidence of crime, to increase the effectiveness, fairness, and coordination of law enforcement and criminal justice systems at all levels of government, and for other purposes

H.R. 5037 in the 90th Congress (1967–1968) became law — introduced in 1967, sponsored by Emanuel Celler. Congress held 4 roll call votes on it.

During the 90th Congress (1967–1968), Lyndon B. Johnson was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: 1967
Policy area: Law and crime

Sponsor

Emanuel Celler (D-NY)

Where it stands

Introduced1967
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawYes

Every roll call vote on this bill

To amend H.R. 5037, the law enforcement and criminal justice assistance act of 1967, by providing that each…House · Aug 8, 1967
To pass H.R. 5037, the law enforcement and criminal justice assistance act of 1967, as amended.House · Aug 8, 1967
To pass H.R. 5037, after substituting for its text the language of S. 917 as amended.Senate · May 23, 1968
To disagree to the Senate amendments to H.R. 5037, the omnibus crime bill, and request a conference thereon…House · Jun 5, 1968

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