S. 3178 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Justice for Victims of Lynching Act of 2018
S. 3178 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) has passed the senate — introduced on Jun 28, 2018, sponsored by Kamala D. Harris with 39 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed the Senate
- Introduced
- Jun 28, 2018
- Co-sponsors
- 39
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Justice for Victims of Lynching Act of 2018 This bill specifies that an offense involving lynching is a criminal civil rights violation. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a prison term, a fine, or both.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Kamala D. Harris (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 28 Democrats, 9 Republicans, 2 Independents.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 28, 2018
- Passed the SenateDec 19, 2018
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Held at the desk. (Dec 19, 2018)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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