S. 140 · 99th Congress · 1985–1986
A bill to amend the Child Abuse Amendments of 1984 to encourage States to enact child protection reforms which are designed to improve legal and administrative proceedings regarding the investigation and prosecution of sexual child abuse cases.
S. 140 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Jan 3, 1985, sponsored by Paula Hawkins.
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
- Jan 3, 1985
- Policy area
- Law and crime
- Public law
- Public Law 99-401
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 3, 1985
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawAug 27, 1986
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