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On the recordOctober 25, 2001
several provisions of title VIII would establish criminal prohibitions or expand existing criminal laws to deter terrorist conduct. My understanding is that the Senate certainly does not intend title VIII to criminalize otherwise lawful and authorized United States Government activities. Would the Senator confirm my understanding of the intent and effect of title VIII?
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

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Discussing the implications of title VIII related to criminal laws and government activities.

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