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H.R. 6168 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982

A bill to amend Chapter 41 of title 18, United States Code, to prohibit threats against Presidential candidates and other persons protected by the Secret Service who are not presently covered by the Presidential threat statute, with the creation of a new section 879 for this purpose.

H.R. 6168 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Apr 27, 1982, sponsored by Sam Hall Jr..

During the 97th Congress (1981–1982), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Apr 27, 1982
Policy area
Law and crime
Public law
Public Law 97-297

Sponsor

Sam Hall Jr. (D-TX)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 27, 1982
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 12, 1982

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