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S. 2135:
Child Soldiers Accountability Act of 2008
110th 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.

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A bill to prohibit the recruitment or use of child soldiers, to designate persons who recruit or use child soldiers as inadmissible aliens, to allow the deportation of persons who recruit or use child soldiers, and for other purposes.

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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedOct 3, 2007
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeNov 8, 2007
Occurred: Amendments (1 proposed)View Amendments
Occurred: Passed SenateDec 19, 2007
Occurred: Passed HouseSep 8, 2008
Occurred: Signed by PresidentOct 3, 2008
This bill became law. It was signed by George Bush.
Last Action:
Oct 3, 2008: Became Public Law No: 110-340.
Related:
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Votes:
Dec 19, 2007: This bill passed in the Senate by Unanimous Consent. A record of each representative's position was not kept.
Sep 8, 2008: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote. The vote was held under a suspension of the rules to cut debate short and pass the bill, needing a two-thirds majority. This usually occurs for non-controversial legislation. The totals were 371 Ayes, 0 Nays, 62 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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