An amendment to provide that a sentence of death shall not be carried out upon a person who is mentally retarded.

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Amendment Number
871
Description
An amendment to provide that a sentence of death shall not be carried out upon a person who is mentally retarded.
Congress
100
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Sep 8, 1988
Latest Action Text
Amendment Passed in Committee of the Whole by Voice Vote.
Submitted Date
Sep 8, 1988
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Aug 14, 2021
Amendment 871 — Informed