H.R. 5159 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
Capitol Visitor Center Act of 2008
H.R. 5159 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Jan 29, 2008, sponsored by Robert A. Brady with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 29, 2008
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Congress
- Public law
- Public Law 110-437
What it does
Capitol Visitor Center Act of 2008 - Title I: Capitol Visitor Center - (Sec. 101) Designates the Capitol Visitor Center (CVC), and makes it part of the U.S. Capitol. Requires the CVC to be used to: (1) provide enhanced security for persons working in or visiting the U.S.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Robert A. Brady (D-PA). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 29, 2008
- Passed the HouseMar 5, 2008
- Passed the SenateSep 27, 2008
- Sent to the PresidentOct 9, 2008
- Became lawOct 20, 2008
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-437. (Oct 20, 2008)
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Committees
- Committee on House Administration
More
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