HR 2174 · 98th Congress · Commerce

An act to extend the transition period under the Bankruptcy Reform Act of 1978.

Introduced 1983-03-17· Sponsored by Rep. Hughes, William J. [D-NJ-2]· House

Bill Progress

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Latest: Became Public Law No: 98-299.(1984-05-25)

Recorded Votes

PassedHouse · 1984-05-24
Yea 349Nay 27
PassedHouse · 1984-05-24
Yea 349Nay 27
PassedHouse · 1983-05-09
Yea 292Nay 0
PassedHouse · 1983-05-09
Yea 292Nay 0

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Federal Anti-Tampering Act - Amends the Federal criminal code to make it a Federal offense to knowingly cause or attempt to cause injury or death to any person by tampering with any article, product, or commodity which is produced or distributed for human use or consumption. Provides for a prison term of up to ten years and a fine of up to $25,000 for an attempt, or if serious bodily injury or death results, a prison term of up to 20 years or life, respectively; and a fine of up to $100,000. Establishes separate penalties for any person who either knowingly, or willfully and maliciously conveys false information concerning an attempt at such adulteration. Grants the Food and Drug Administration and the Department of Agriculture authority to investigate violations of this Act.…

Summarized by Claude AI · Non-partisan · For informational purposes only

Cosponsors (20)

12 Democrats8 Republicans