United States 116th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 6215 — Honest Census Communications Act

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

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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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

  2. Introduced in House

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Subjects

Government operations and politics Census and government statistics Civil actions and liability Criminal procedure and sentencing Fraud offenses and financial crimes Internet and video services Telephone and wireless communication
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 6215 do?
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.
Who sponsors HR 6215?
HR 6215 is sponsored by Anna Eshoo (D).
What is the current status of HR 6215?
This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 6215?
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