H.R. 2172 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To establish the position of Under Secretary of Commerce for Manufacturing in the Department of Commerce.
H.R. 2172 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on May 20, 2003, sponsored by Thad McCotter with 22 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 20, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 22
- Policy area
- Commerce
What it does
Establishes a position of Under Secretary of Commerce for Manufacturing in the Department of Commerce (to be appointed by the President by and with the advice and consent of the Senate) who shall: (1) represent the interests of the manufacturing sector; (2) aid in the development of policies that promote the expansion of that sector; (3) review policies that may adversely impact that sector; and (4) submit annual reports that…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Thad McCotter (R-MI). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 16 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 20, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection. (Jun 2, 2003)
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