S. 1608 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
U.S. SAFE WEB Act of 2006
S. 1608 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006), the U.S. SAFE WEB Act of 2006, became law — introduced on Jul 29, 2005, sponsored by Gordon Smith with 7 co-sponsors.
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 29, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 7
- Policy area
- Commerce
- Public law
- Public Law 109-455
What it does
Undertaking Spam, Spyware, And Fraud Enforcement With Enforcers Beyond Borders Act of 2006 or the U.S. SAFE WEB Act of 2006 - (Sec. 3) Amends the Federal Trade Commission Act to include within the definition of "unfair or deceptive acts or practices" those acts or practices involving foreign commerce that: (1) cause or are likely to cause reasonably foreseeable injury within the United States; or (2) involve material conduct o…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Official title
Undertaking Spam, Spyware, And Fraud Enforcement With Enforcers beyond Borders Act of 2006
Sponsor
Gordon Smith (R-OR). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 29, 2005
- Passed the SenateMar 16, 2006
- Passed the HouseDec 9, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentDec 20, 2006
- Became lawDec 22, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-455. (Dec 22, 2006)
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- H.R. 4745: Making supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2006 for the Small Business Administration's…
- H.R. 683: Trademark Dilution Revision Act of 2006
- H.R. 1036: Copyright Royalty Judges Program Technical Corrections Act
- H.R. 6159: To extend temporarily certain authorities of the Small Business Administration.
- H.R. 4583: Wool Suit Fabric Labeling Fairness and International Standards Conforming Act
- H.R. 613: Alcohol Without Liquid Machine Safety Act of 2005
- H.R. 3936: Federal Response to Energy Emergencies Act of 2005
- H.R. 4023: Children's Gasoline Burn Prevention Act
- H.R. 4904: Truth in Fur Labeling Act of 2006
Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
More
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