NACDL Federal Legislation

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Below are key federal bills we are tracking as well as our position on each bill. To find out about state legislation, select your state under the "search by state" button on the right side of this page.

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Key Federal Bills

Bill Name/Description

Our Position

H.R.3845

The USA Patriot Amendments Act of 2009

WE SUPPORT this bill

S.1789

'A bill to restore fairness to Federal cocaine sentencing. '

WE SUPPORT this bill

H.R.3245

'To amend the Controlled Substances Act and the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act regarding penalties for cocaine offenses, and for other purposes. '

WE SUPPORT this bill

H.R.2289

'To establish a meaningful opportunity for parole or similar release for child offenders sentenced to life in prison, and for other purposes. '

WE SUPPORT this bill

S.714

'A bill to establish the National Criminal Justice Commission. '

WE SUPPORT this bill

S.417

'A bill to enact a safe, fair, and responsible state secrets privilege Act. '

WE SUPPORT this bill

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