S. 16 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Equal Rights and Equal Dignity for Americans Act of 2003
S. 16 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Jan 7, 2003, sponsored by Tom Daschle with 27 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
- Jan 7, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 27
- Policy area
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
What it does
Equal Rights and Equal Dignity for Americans Act of 2003 - Local Law Enforcement Enhancement Act of 2003 - Authorizes the Attorney General (AG), upon request, to provide assistance with the investigation or prosecution of any crime that constitutes: (1) a Federal crime of violence; (2) a felony under State or Indian tribal law; and (3) is motivated by prejudice based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual or…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Tom Daschle (D-SD). Co-sponsors: 27 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 7, 2003
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Jan 7, 2003)
More bills from Tom Daschle in the 108th Congress
Other Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues bills in the 108th Congress
- H.J.Res. 46: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States restoring religious freedom.
- H.R. 1910: Genetic Nondiscrimination in Health Insurance and Employment Act
- H.R. 2045: Ten Commandments Defense Act of 2003
- H.R. 3069: Right to Life Act
- H.R. 3285: Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2003
Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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