On the recordApril 13, 1994
returning from Wisconsin I can tell you that combatting violent crime is on people's minds. This crime bill is long overdue, and I am pleased that this week we will begin work on crafting a bill that will help local crime-fighting efforts. A few examples of the many effective provisions in the bill include: 50,000 new police officers to expand successful community policing efforts; invoking the ``three strikes and you're out'' rule for violent repeat offenders to keep criminals dangerous to society behind bars; and new efforts to work with youthful offenders and to develop alternative punishments and prevention programs designed to ease the crunch on prison space and rehabilitate young people before they become career criminals. Mr. Speaker, our constituents are telling us to find solutions to the crime problems plaguing our communities. My hope is that this crime bill will be one more giant step in the right direction.
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