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- H.R.1175
H.R.1175: Oleoresin Capsicum Spray Pilot Program Act of 2011
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced March 17, 2011
- Latest Major Action June 1, 2011
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
61 (31 Democrats, 30 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Oleoresin Capsicum Spray Pilot Program of 2011 - 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 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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| March 17, 2011 |
Introduced in the House by Dennis Cardoza (D-Calif.) |