HR 659 · 113th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

State and Local Law Enforcement Hatch Act Reform Act of 2013

Introduced 2013-02-13· Sponsored by Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5]· House

Bill Progress

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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.(2013-02-13)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] State and Local Law Enforcement Hatch Act Reform Act of 2013 - Amends the Hatch Act to allow sheriffs to engage in political campaigns or endorse candidates by attending or speaking at political campaign rallies or events, holding or sponsoring political fundraisers, or appearing on political advertisements. Establishes a limitation period of six months after the later of the date of the alleged violation or the date of enactment of this Act for presenting charges against a law enforcement officer for Hatch Act violations.…

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Cosponsors (8)

1 Democrat7 Republicans