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- H.R.3151
H.R.3151: Eric’s Law
About This Bill
- Introduced May 12, 2021
- Latest Major Action Nov. 9, 2021
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (All Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 12, 2021
Bill Summary
Eric's Law This bill modifies procedures with respect to capital sentencing hearings. If a jury at a capital sentencing hearing does not reach a unanimous recommendation on the defendant's sentence and there is a motion by the attorney for the government, the court must order a new special sentencing hearing and impanel a new jury. If the new jury at the special sentencing hearing does not reach a unanimous recommendation on the defendant's...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 9, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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| May 12, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| May 12, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Fred Keller (R-Pa.) |