George H.W. Bush: “The Hyde amendment would curb the abuse of habeas corpus that has…”

On the recordOctober 9, 1991

The Hyde amendment would curb the abuse of habeas corpus that has virtually nullified the death penalty laws of the States.

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Republican · Texas

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Statement of Administration Policy: H.R. 3371 — Omnibus Crime Control Act of 1991

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