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Benjamin Gilman: “This bill is a counterpart of a bill, H.R. 1672 introduced by the gentleman from California (Mr. Dreier) who has been a…”

On the recordOctober 14, 1998
This bill is a counterpart of a bill, H.R. 1672 introduced by the gentleman from California (Mr. Dreier) who has been a leader in the effort to accomplish sensible reform of diplomatic immunity, and the passage of this bill at this time is a tribute to Mr. Dreier's dedication. The gentleman from California is an internationalist who recognizes the importance of American diplomatic missions abroad and of the presence of their counterparts in our Nation. But he also understands that diplomats should not be able to have free rein to commit crimes.
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Benjamin Gilman
New York
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Discussing a bill aimed at reforming diplomatic immunity and enhancing accountability for diplomats.

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