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H.R.1990: Oleoresin Capsicum Spray Pilot Program Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced April 21, 2009
- Latest Major Action May 26, 2009
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
32 (23 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Oleoresin Capsicum Spray Pilot Program of 2009 - Directs the Bureau of Prisons to conduct a pilot program to determine the effectiveness of the routine issuance of Oleoresin Capsicum spray (pepper spray) to staff. Directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to report to Congress on an evaluation of such pilot program and on tools to improve officer safety in federal prisons.
(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, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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April 21, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Dennis Cardoza (D-Calif.) |