To direct the Attorney General to reimburse State and local law enforcement agencies for costs incurred in carrying out law enforcement activities associated with the armed occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, and for other purposes.

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Bill Number

HR 4431

Introduced

Feb 2, 2016

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

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Topics

Civil actions and liability Crime and Law Enforcement Debt collection Law enforcement administration and funding Oregon State and local finance Wilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats

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Summary

This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to reimburse state and local law enforcement agencies for costs associated with the armed occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Harney County, Oregon.

DOJ may file a civil action against an armed occupation participant to recover reimbursement costs.

Actions

Feb 29, 2016

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Feb 3, 2016

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H500)
Feb 2, 2016

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Feb 2, 2016

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E99)
Feb 2, 2016

Introduced in House

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