S 625 · 99th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

A bill to include the offenses relating to sexual exploitation of children under the provisions of RICO and authorize civil suits on behalf of victims of child pornography and prostitution.

Introduced 1985-03-07· Sponsored by Sen. Hawkins, Paula [R-FL]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Committee on Judiciary requested executive comment from Justice Department.(1985-05-23)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Statute to extend the statute's coverage to the sexual exploitation of children. Provides for a civil action for treble damages by any person injured personally or in his or her business or property as a result of a violation of this Act.…

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Cosponsors (14)

6 Democrats8 Republicans