H.R.4246: To require a study by the United States Sentencing Commission of sentencing for drug offenses where domestic violence has been found to occur.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about congress
  • Introduced Sept. 27, 1996
  • Latest Major Action Oct. 4, 1996

Bill Sponsor

Bill Summary

Requires the United States Sentencing Commission to report to the Congress concerning the effect of cocaine (both crack and powder) and other illicit drugs on domestic violence. Requires that the report include an analysis of the sentences imposed for offenses involving such drugs where domestic violence occurred and any recommendations for improving sentencing in such cases.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
Sept. 27, 1996

Introduced in the House by Jon D. Fox (R-Pa.)

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