H.R. 1808: Improving Support for Missing and Exploited Children Act of 2017
H.R. 1808 updates the Missing Children’s Assistance Act to align with best practices currently utilized at the state and local levels to recover missing and exploited children. Specifically, the legislation: Clarifies existing structures to align with current practices by recognizing that a growing number of children are victims of child sex trafficking and sextortion. Updates requirements to better serve victims ...
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(Source: Republican Policy Committee)
Overview
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Mar 30, 2017
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Passed House (Senate next) on May 23, 2017
This bill passed in the House on May 23, 2017 and goes to the Senate next for consideration.
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Last Updated: May 24, 2017
Length: 13 pages - Prognosis:
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27% chance of being enacted according to Skopos Labs (details)
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Passed House (Senate next)
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Passed Senate
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H.R. 1808 is a bill in the United States Congress.
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