On the recordMay 7, 1996
The answer is that in the 1994 crime bill, it was suggested that they increase the penalties. The commission chose not to do that. That is why this legislation is necessary.
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govinfo.govDick Chrysler: “The answer is that in the 1994 crime bill, it was suggested that they increase the penalties. The commission chose not…”
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Discussing the necessity of new legislation following the 1994 crime bill.
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