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Introduced
12/08/2021
12/08/2021
In Committee
12/08/2021
12/08/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To provide a civil remedy for an individual whose rights have been violated by a person acting under Federal authority, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Bivens Act of 2021, aims to provide a civil remedy for individuals whose rights have been violated by a person acting under federal authority. It amends Section 1979 of the Revised Statutes (42 U.S.C. 1983) to allow civil actions against individuals acting under federal authority, in addition to those acting under state authority, for the violation of a person's rights.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 12/08/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/3343/all-info | 12/09/2021 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s3343/BILLS-117s3343is.pdf | 12/17/2021 |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s3343/BILLS-117s3343is.pdf.pdf | 12/17/2021 |
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