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S. 3930:
Military Commissions Act of 2006
109th Congress

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

Bill numbers restart from 1 every two years. Each two-year cycle is called a session of Congress. This bill was created in the 109th Congress, in 2005-2006.

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2005-2006

A bill to authorize trial by military commission for violations of the law of war, and for other purposes.

Overview

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Text:
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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedSep 22, 2006
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeSep 25, 2006
Occurred: Amendments (6 proposed)View Amendments
Occurred: Passed SenateSep 28, 2006
Occurred: Passed HouseSep 29, 2006
Occurred: Signed by PresidentOct 17, 2006
This bill became law. It was signed by George Bush.
Last Action:
Oct 17, 2006: Became Public Law No: 109-366.
Other Titles:
-- Military Trials for Enemy Combatants bill
Related:
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Votes:
Sep 28, 2006: This bill passed in the Senate by roll call vote. The totals were 65 Ayes, 34 Nays, 1 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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Sep 29, 2006: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote. The totals were 250 Ayes, 170 Nays, 12 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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