Amendment increases the punishment options available to judges in sentencing those convicted of violations of Federal campaign laws; and allows the Justice Department to initiate investigations without having to wait for a referral from the FEC.

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Amendment Number
749
Description
Amendment increases the punishment options available to judges in sentencing those convicted of violations of Federal campaign laws; and allows the Justice Department to initiate investigations without having to wait for a referral from the FEC.
Purpose
An amendment to add a new title providing for enhancement of enforcement of campaign law.
Congress
105
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Jul 20, 1998
Latest Action Text
On agreeing to the Snowbarger amendment (A019) Agreed to by voice vote.
Latest Action Time
22:40:12
Submitted Date
Jul 20, 1998
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Aug 15, 2021
Amendment 749 — Informed