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H.R. 2662: IG Independence and Empowerment Act

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To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978, and for other purposes.

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Sponsor and status

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Carolyn Maloney

Sponsor. Representative for New York's 12th congressional district. Democrat.

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Last Updated: Jul 12, 2021
Length: 44 pages
Introduced
Apr 19, 2021
117th Congress (2021–2023)
Status

Passed House (Senate next) on Jun 29, 2021

This bill passed in the House on June 29, 2021 and goes to the Senate next for consideration.

Cosponsors

11 Cosponsors (11 Democrats)

Prognosis
88% chance of being enacted according to Skopos Labs (details)
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History

Apr 19, 2021
 
Introduced

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May 25, 2021
 
Ordered Reported

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Jun 17, 2021
 
Reported by House Committee on Oversight and Reform

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Jun 21, 2021
 
Text Published

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Jun 29, 2021
 
Passed House (Senate next)

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H.R. 2662 is a bill in the United States Congress.

A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate in identical form and then be signed by the President to become law.

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