JOINT MEMORIAL · 2003–04 SESSION
SJM 8042: Violent video/computer games
Requesting a ban on television advertising of violent video and computer games.
Summary
- Congress is requested to enact a prohibition against television advertising of violent video and computer games which are rated "M" (Mature) or "For Adults Only," and that President George W. Bush sign such a prohibition into law. The Memorial must be transmitted to President Bush, the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and each member of Congress from the state of Washington.
From the Senate Bill Report (SJM 8042), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗
Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee
- IntroducedJan 26, 2004
- Out of committeestopped here
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- Filed
- Prime sponsor
- Jim Hargrove (D-24)
- Introduced
- January 26, 2004 in the Senate
- Last action
- January 26, 2004
Sponsors
Prime sponsor: Jim Hargrove (D-24)
5 co-sponsors (3 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Votes
No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.
History
- First reading, referred to Children & Family Services & Corrections.