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United States Capitol Police Administrative Technical Corrections Act of 2008

4/7/2025, 3:34 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5972

Bill 110 hr 5972, also known as the United States Capitol Police Administrative Technical Corrections Act of 2008, is a piece of legislation that aims to make technical corrections to the administrative functions of the United States Capitol Police (USCP). The bill was introduced in the 110th Congress in 2008.

The main purpose of this bill is to address various administrative issues within the USCP, such as clarifying the authority of the USCP Chief to appoint officers and employees, updating the language regarding the USCP's jurisdiction, and making changes to the retirement system for USCP officers.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the USCP by streamlining administrative processes and ensuring that the USCP has the necessary resources to carry out its mission of protecting the Capitol complex and those who work and visit there. Overall, the United States Capitol Police Administrative Technical Corrections Act of 2008 is a non-controversial piece of legislation that aims to make necessary administrative changes to the USCP in order to improve its operations and better serve the Capitol community.

Current Status of Bill HR 5972

Bill HR 5972 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 6, 2008. Bill HR 5972 was introduced during Congress 110 and was introduced to the House on May 6, 2008.  Bill HR 5972's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. as of June 5, 2008

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5972

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5972

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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