H.R. 6946 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982
A bill to amend title 18 of the United States Code to provide penalties for certain false identification related crimes.
H.R. 6946 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Aug 5, 1982, sponsored by William Hughes.
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
- Aug 5, 1982
- Policy area
- Law and crime
- Public law
- Public Law 97-398
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedAug 5, 1982
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawDec 31, 1982
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