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Bill96th CongressFiled Jul 16, 1979Crime and Law Enforcement
S. 1522

A bill to amend title 18 of the United States Code to prohibit the injury or destruction of a nuclear facility.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 16, 1979)

Establishes maximum criminal penalties of ten years imprisonment and/or a $10,000 fine for whoever willfully or maliciously: (1) destroys any of the property of a nuclear utilization or production facility which is operated, controlled, or licensed by the United States; (2) interferes with the working of any such facility; or (3) obstructs the production, utilization, or transmission of energy from such facility.

What just happenedJul 16, 1979

Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Byrd, Harry F., Jr. [I-VA](I-VA)Sponsor
2 cosponsors2 R
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  1. Jul 16, 1979IntroReferral

    Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  2. Jul 16, 1979IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

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