S. 1947 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Preserving Independence of Financial Institution Examinations Act of 2003
S. 1947 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Nov 24, 2003, sponsored by Patrick J. Leahy with 1 co-sponsors.
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
- Nov 24, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 108-198
What it does
Preserving Independence of Financial Institution Examinations Act of 2003 - (Sec. 2) Amends Federal criminal law to subject to criminal penalties: (1) personnel of a financial institution who offer a loan or gratuity to a financial institution examiner; and (2) a financial institution examiner who accepts such loan or gratuity.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Patrick J. Leahy (D-VT). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedNov 24, 2003
- Passed the SenateNov 24, 2003
- Passed the HouseDec 8, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentDec 11, 2003
- Became lawDec 19, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-198. (Dec 19, 2003)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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