Bill116th CongressFiled Aug 23, 2019Crime and Law Enforcement
H.R. 4207
Justice for Victims of School Shootings Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Aug 23, 2019)
Justice for Victims of School Shootings Act
This bill establishes additional criminal penalties for discharging or attempting to discharge a firearm in a school zone. In addition, it revises the applicable definition of school to include colleges, universities, and other postsecondary institutions.
What just happenedSep 25, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Weber, Randy K., Sr. [R-TX-14](R-TX)Sponsor
1 cosponsor1 R
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- Introduced in HouseAug 23, 2019
- Sep 25, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House