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Summary of Bill HR 4009
H.R. 4009, introduced in the 119th Congress, aims to modify title 17 of the United States Code to emphasize the significance of works integrated by reference into legislation, and to establish criteria for such works. The bill includes requirements and provisions related to the incorporation of external materials into the law, among other objectives.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4009
Bill HR 4009 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2025. Bill HR 4009 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 13, 2025. Bill HR 4009's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 13, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4009
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4009
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4009
To amend title 17, United States Code, to reaffirm the importance of, and include requirements for, works incorporated by reference into law, and for other purposes.
To amend title 17, United States Code, to reaffirm the importance of, and include requirements for, works incorporated by reference into law, and for other purposes.
Comments

Hattie Sullivan
1,059
1 year ago
This bill is a no-brainer. It's about time we make sure works incorporated by reference into law are held to certain standards. It's common sense.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4009
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