HR 6213 · 115th Congress · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

History and Tradition Protection Act of 2018

Introduced 2018-06-25· Sponsored by Rep. Johnson, Mike [R-LA-4]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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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 Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.(2018-08-02)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] History and Tradition Protection Act of 2018 This bill provides that, regarding a civil action for deprivation of rights under color of law, the remedies with respect to a claim shall be limited to injunctive and declaratory relief where the deprivation consists of a violation of a prohibition in the Constitution against the establishment of religion. No fees shall be awarded in proceedings in vindication of civil rights with respect to such a claim concerning the actions of states and localities. With regard to a claim brought against the United States or a federal official acting in his or her official capacity, the bill prohibits the award of reasonable fees and expenses of attorneys to the prevailing party.…

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Cosponsors (20)

20 Republicans