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S.654: Convention Against Torture Implementation Act of 2005
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced March 17, 2005
- Latest Major Action Nov. 8, 2005
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Convention Against Torture Implementation Act of 2005 - Directs the Secretary of State to submit to the appropriate congressional committees an annual list of countries where torture is known to be used. Prohibits the direct or indirect transfer or return of persons by the United States or any contractor: (1) to a listed country; or (2) if substantial grounds exist for believing a person would be in danger of torture. Sets forth conditions...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| March 17, 2005 |
Introduced in the Senate by Patrick J. Leahy (D-Vt.) |