Senate Bill 2690
116th Congress(2019-2020)
RESPONSE Act
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Oct 23, 2019
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill
The primary form of legislative measure used to propose law. Depending on the chamber of origin, bills begin with a designation of either H.R. or S. Joint resolution is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
2690
Congress
116
Policy Area
Crime and Law Enforcement
Crime and Law Enforcement
Primary focus of measure is criminal offenses, investigation and prosecution, procedure and sentencing; corrections and imprisonment; juvenile crime; law enforcement administration. Measures concerning terrorism may fall under Emergency Management or International Affairs policy areas.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Restoring, Enhancing, Securing, and Promoting Our Nation's Safety Efforts Act of 2019 or the RESPONSE Act
This bill expands resources for mental health treatment and behavioral intervention, establishes task forces to investigate and prosecute individuals for certain offenses involving firearms, and limits the scope of federal appeals for individuals who commit murder involving acts of terrorism or hate crimes.
October 23, 2019
10/23/2019
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6094-6095)
10/23/2019
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 4:17:44 AM