On the recordMay 24, 2011
Tragic events in Iraq in 2007 made clear the need to strengthen the laws providing for jurisdiction over American Government employees and contractors working abroad.
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Leahy cites Iraq incidents to highlight the need for stronger legal jurisdiction over contractors.
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