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National Presidential Debates Act of 1993
Introduced: May 5, 1993
Introduced by:
Markey, Edward J.
Democratic
· Massachusetts
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Everywhere this bill has been
4 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
May 10, 1993
Referred to the Subcommittee on Elections.
May 5, 1993
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
May 5, 1993
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1166)
May 5, 1993
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
National Presidential Debates Act of 1993 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to require as a condition of eligibility to receive payments from the Presidential Election Campaign Fund that major or minority presidential candidates agree to participate in at least three debates sponsored by a nonpartisan entity. Requires a corresponding agreement by vice-presidential candidates, but for a minimum of only one debate.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on Elections.
Committees of jurisdiction
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