House approves extension for civil rights cold case records collection
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The House of Representatives voted 36-4 to report an amended version of this bill. If passed by the Senate and signed into law, it would extend the authority for federal agencies to collect and maintain records related to unsolved civil rights era crimes.
Why it matters: This is primarily an administrative action to prevent a lapse in how certain government agencies manage and preserve cold case documentation.
Who it affects
- Federal law enforcement agencies, such as the FBI and DOJ
This information comes from Congress.gov; please consult the official bill text before relying on it for legal or research purposes.
Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document