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H.R. 5560 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986

A bill to amend title 18 of the United States Code to ban the production and use of advertisements for child pornography or solicitations for child pornography, and for other purposes.

H.R. 5560 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Sep 19, 1986, sponsored by William Hughes. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 99th Congress (1985–1986), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Sep 19, 1986
Policy area
Law and crime
Public law
Public Law 99-628

Sponsor

William Hughes (D-NJ)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 19, 1986
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 7, 1986

Every roll call vote on this bill

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