H.R. 658 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Accountant, Compliance, and Enforcement Staffing Act of 2003
H.R. 658 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Feb 11, 2003, sponsored by Richard Baker with 1 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 11, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Finance and Financial Sector
- Public law
- Public Law 108-44
What it does
Accountant, Compliance, and Enforcement Staffing Act of 2003 - Amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to permit the Securities and Exchange Commission to appoint any candidates for accountant, economist, and securities compliance examiner positions in the competitive service according to statutes, rules, and regulations for the excepted service, notwithstanding those governing appointments in the competitive service.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Richard Baker (R-LA). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 11, 2003
- Passed the HouseJun 17, 2003
- Passed the SenateJun 19, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentJun 24, 2003
- Became lawJul 3, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-44. (Jul 3, 2003)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Jun 17, 2003 · Passed423–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Accountant, Compliance, and Enforcement Staffing ActHouse · Jun 17, 2003
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Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
- Financial Services Committee
More
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