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- H.R.2340
H.R.2340: To provide for mandatory prison terms for possessing, brandishing, or discharging a firearm or destructive device during a Federal crime that is a crime of violence or a drug trafficking crime.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced July 31, 1997
- Latest Major Action Aug. 7, 1997
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Revises Federal criminal code provisions to set mandatory prison terms for possessing, brandishing, or discharging a firearm or destructive device during a Federal crime of violence or a drug trafficking crime. Establishes penalties for second or subsequent convictions. Bars the court from imposing probationary sentences or concurrent terms of imprisonment on persons convicted of such violations.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
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| July 31, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Sue W. Kelly (R-N.Y.) |