Bill100th CongressFiled Jan 6, 1987Crime and Law Enforcement
S. 211
A bill to amend section 2254 of title 28, United States Code, to provide specific procedures for the consideration of writs of habeas corpus filed on behalf of individuals under a sentence of death.
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What it does
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What just happenedFeb 9, 1987
Referred to Subcommittee on Constitution.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Symms, Steven D. [R-ID](R-ID)Sponsor