S. 802 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Girls Count Act of 2015
S. 802 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Mar 19, 2015, sponsored by Marco Rubio with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 19, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 114-24
What it does
Girls Count Act of 2015 (Sec. 3) This bill states that it is U.S. policy to: encourage countries to support the rule of law and ensure girls and boys of all ages are able to fully participate in society, including by providing birth certifications and other official documentation; enhance training and capacity-building in key developing countries, local nongovernmental organizations, and other civil society organizations in th…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Marco Rubio (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 19, 2015
- Passed the SenateMay 23, 2015
- Passed the HouseJun 1, 2015
- Sent to the PresidentJun 3, 2015
- Became lawJun 12, 2015
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-24. (Jun 12, 2015)
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