H.R. 5606, The Child Protection Improvements Act of 2008

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H.R. 5606 would amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a permanent background check system.

Detailed Summary

Child Protection Improvements Act of 2008 - Amends the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to direct the Attorney General to provide for a program for national criminal history background checks for child-serving organizations.

Amends the PROTECT Act to provide for an extension of the Child Safety Pilot Program.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 4/14/2008: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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