H.R. 5865 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Returned Americans Protection Act of 2006
H.R. 5865 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jul 24, 2006, sponsored by Bill Thomas.
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
- Jul 24, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Social Welfare
- Public law
- Public Law 109-250
What it does
( This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on July 26, 2006. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends title XI of the Social Security Act (SSA) with respect to the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide temporary assistance to U.S.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 24, 2006
- Passed the HouseJul 25, 2006
- Passed the SenateJul 26, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentJul 27, 2006
- Became lawJul 27, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-250. (Jul 27, 2006)
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- H.R. 1160: Welfare Reform Extension Act of 2005
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- H.R. 4635: TANF and Child Care Continuation Act of 2005
- S. 2320: A bill to make available funds included in the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 for the Low-Income…
- S. 3525: Child and Family Services Improvement Act of 2006
- H.R. 6197: Older Americans Act Amendments of 2006
- H.R. 6326: To clarify the provision of nutrition services to older Americans.
- S. 4091: Social Security Trust Funds Restoration Act of 2006
- H.R. 147: Social Security Fairness Act of 2005
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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