Law Enforcement Technology Advertisement Clarification Act of 1997
Latest action (21 Nov 1997): Signed by President.
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Official summary
Law Enforcement Technology Advertisement Clarification Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal criminal code to permit the advertising for sale of wire, oral, or electronic communication intercepting devices if the advertisement is mailed, sent, or carried in interstate or foreign commerce solely to a domestic provider of wire or electronic communication service or to an agency of the United States, a State, or a political subdivision thereof which is authorized to use such device.
Timeline
21 Nov 1997
Signed by President.
10 Nov 1997
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
8 Jul 1997
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
18 Jun 1997
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 1840 do?
- Law Enforcement Technology Advertisement Clarification Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal criminal code to permit the advertising for sale of wire, oral, or electronic communication intercepting devices if the advertisement is mailed, sent, or carried in interstate or foreign commerce solely to a domestic provider of wire or electronic communication service or to an agency of the United States, a State, or a political subdivision thereof which is authorized to use such device.
- Has H.R. 1840 become law?
- Yes. H.R. 1840 has been enacted. Status last updated 21 Nov 1997.
- Who sponsored H.R. 1840?
- H.R. 1840 was sponsored by Rep. Bill McCollum [R-FL8, 1993-2000] (Republican-FL), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 1840?
- Signed by President. (21 Nov 1997).
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