Bill 118 hr 3536, also known as the Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill is named after Walter Patterson, a US citizen who was murdered by a fugitive in Mexico, and Werner Foerster, a New Jersey state trooper who was killed by a fugitive from the United States.
The main purpose of the bill is to strengthen extradition procedures between the United States and other countries in order to ensure that fugitives are brought to justice for their crimes. The bill includes provisions that would streamline the extradition process, improve communication between law enforcement agencies in different countries, and increase penalties for countries that fail to cooperate in extraditing fugitives.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to provide support and assistance to the families of victims of crimes committed by fugitives. This includes financial assistance for travel and legal expenses, as well as counseling and other support services.
Overall, the Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act aims to improve the extradition process and ensure that fugitives are held accountable for their crimes, while also providing support to the families of victims. The bill is currently being debated in Congress and has received bipartisan support.