S. 1965 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
Protecting Children in the 21st Century Act
S. 1965 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) has passed the senate — introduced on Aug 2, 2007, sponsored by Ted Stevens with 20 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
- Passed the Senate
- Introduced
- Aug 2, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 20
- Policy area
- Families
What it does
Protecting Children in the 21st Century Act - Title I: Promoting a Safe Internet for Children - (Sec. 101) Declares that the issue of Internet safety includes issues regarding the use of the Internet in a manner that promotes safe online activity for children, protects children from cybercrimes, including crimes by online predators, and helps parents shield their children from material that is inappropriate for minors. (Sec.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ted Stevens (R-AK). Co-sponsors: 8 Democrats, 12 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedAug 2, 2007
- Passed the SenateMay 22, 2008
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Jun 3, 2008)
More bills from Ted Stevens in the 110th Congress
Other Families bills in the 110th Congress
- H.R. 6893: Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008
- S. 2982: Reconnecting Homeless Youth Act of 2008
- H.J.Res. 22: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage.
- H.J.Res. 89: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage.
- S. 803: Child Support Protection Act of 2007
Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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