United States Commission on Civil Rights Act of 1983

(Measure passed Senate, amended, roll call #360 (78-3))

United States Commission on Civil Rights Act of 1983 - Establishes a Commission on Civil Rights (Commission). Provides that the Commission be composed of eight members: (1) four members appointed by the President; (2) two members appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate; and (3) two members appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. Sets a six year term of office. Provides that the President may remove a member only for neglect of duty or malfeasance in office. Provides rules of procedure for Commission hearings.

Requires the Commission to: (1) investigate allegations of citizens being denied their right to vote by reason of their color, religion, sex, age, handicap or national origin; (2) study and collect information concerning discrimination or a denial of equal protection; (3) appraise Federal laws and policy with respect to discrimination and the denial of equal protection; and (4) serve as a national clearinghouse for such information.

Prohibits the Commission from investigating any membership practice or internal operation of any fraternal organization, college or university fraternity or sorority, private club or religious organization. Prohibits the Commission from collecting or studying information with respect to abortion.

Directs the Commission to appraise the laws and policies of the Federal Government with respect to denials of equal protection involving Americans who are members of eastern - and southern - European ethic groups.

Authorizes appropriations through FY 1989.