H.R. 4436 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To provide certain authorities for the Department of State, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4436 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Dec 6, 2005, sponsored by Christopher H. Smith.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Dec 6, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 109-140
What it does
(Sec. 1) Authorizes the Secretary of State to provide for U.S. participation in the Regional Emerging Diseases Intervention Center ("REDI Center") in Singapore. Requires the Secretary to: (1) consult with the Committee on International Relations of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate (Committees); and (2) report on REDI Center efforts respecting bioterrorism concerns. (Sec.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 6, 2005
- Passed the HouseDec 14, 2005
- Passed the SenateDec 15, 2005
- Sent to the PresidentDec 17, 2005
- Became lawDec 22, 2005
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-140. (Dec 22, 2005)
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Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
- Foreign Affairs Committee
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