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H.R. 18:
Powder-Crack Cocaine Penalty Equalization Act of 2009
111th Congress

This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the House of Representatives ("H.R."). A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

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To amend the Controlled Substances Act and the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act with respect to penalties for powder cocaine and crack cocaine offenses.

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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedJan 6, 2009
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Not Yet Occurred: Reported by Committee...
Not Yet Occurred: House Vote...
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Not Yet Occurred: Signed by President...
This bill is in the first step in the legislative process. Introduced bills and resolutions first go to committees that deliberate, investigate, and revise them before they go to general debate. The majority of bills and resolutions never make it out of committee. [Last Updated: Jan 5, 2010 7:04PM]
Last Action:
May 21, 2009: House Judiciary: Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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