S. 513 (110th): A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to revive previous authority on the use of the Armed Forces and the militia to address interference with State or Federal law, and for other purposes.

Introduced:
Feb 07, 2007 (110th Congress, 2007–2009)
Sponsor:
Sen. Patrick Leahy [D-VT]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on February 7, 2007, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Feb 07, 2007
Referred to Committee Feb 07, 2007
Cosponsors
12 cosponsors (10D, 2R) (show)
Committees

Senate Armed Services

Senate Judiciary

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Last updated Feb 07, 2007.
3 pages

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2/7/2007--Introduced.
Amends the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 to repeal provisions authorizing the President to: (1) employ the Armed Forces to restore public order and enforce the law in major public emergencies; and (2) provide supplies, services, and equipment to persons affected by the situation. Restores previous authority of the President to use the Armed Forces to suppress situations which interfere with state or federal law.

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  • Public Law 109-364