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117th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 1949
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
March 16, 2021Ms. Tenney introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
A BILL
To amend section 201 of title 18, United States Code, to redefine the term official act in bribery cases involving public officials to strengthen accountability and oversight.
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Short title
This Act may be cited as the Upholding the Integrity of Public Officials Act of 2021.
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Strengthening accountability and oversight
Section 201(a) of title 18, United States Code, is amended by amending paragraph (3) to read as follows:
(3) the term official act includes any action taken or to be taken under color of official authority by a public official or person who has been selected to be a public official.
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