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Honest Census Communications Act
2/9/2022, 4:18 AM
Congressional Summary of HR 6215
Honest Census Communications Act
This bill prohibits certain deceptive practices in relation to a census.
Specifically, the bill prohibits communicating information known to be materially false and with the intent to impede or prevent another person from participating in any census.
Such information is any information regarding (1) the time, place, or manner of holding any such census; or (2) the qualifications for, or restrictions on, participation in any such census.
The bill sets forth criminal and civil penalties for violations.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6215
Bill HR 6215 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2020. Bill HR 6215 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on March 12, 2020. Bill HR 6215's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of March 12, 2020
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6215
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6215
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Census and government statistics
- Civil actions and liability
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Fraud offenses and financial crimes
- Internet and video services
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Telephone and wireless communication
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6215
Honest Census Communications Act
To amend title 13, United States Code, to prohibit certain deceptive practices in relation to a census, and for other purposes.
Honest Census Communications Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6215
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