On the recordMay 21, 2013
I believe that this amendment would represent a violation of the ex post facto provision in the Constitution.
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congress.govI believe that this amendment would represent a violation of the ex post facto provision in the Constitution.
Grayson argues the amendment violates constitutional protections against retroactive laws.
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