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H.R. 6651 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018

PEPFAR Extension Act of 2018

H.R. 6651 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Aug 3, 2018, sponsored by Christopher H. Smith with 13 co-sponsors.

During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Aug 3, 2018
Co-sponsors
13
Policy area
International Affairs
Public law
Public Law 115-305

What it does

PEPFAR Extension Act of 2018 This bill amends the United States Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Act of 2003 to extend certain provisions related to the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a government initiative addressing the global HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Christopher H. Smith (R-NJ). Co-sponsors: 7 Democrats, 6 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedAug 3, 2018
  • Passed the HouseNov 13, 2018
  • Passed the SenateNov 28, 2018
  • Sent to the PresidentNov 30, 2018
  • Became lawDec 11, 2018

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-305. (Dec 11, 2018)

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