A bill to broaden the scope of certain firearms offenses.
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 11, 1996)
Amends the Federal criminal code to impose mandatory minimum sentences upon persons who, during and in relation to a crime of violence or drug trafficking crime, have firearms in close proximity to illegal drugs or drug proceeds, in close proximity at the time of their arrest, or in close proximity at the point of sale of illegal drugs. (Current law limits such sentences to those using or carrying a firearm during and in relation to such crimes.)
What just happenedJul 11, 1996
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
- Jul 11, 1996IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Jul 11, 1996IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7764-7765)
- Jul 11, 1996IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate