Eric’s Law

Hozzl · 2023-12-16T18:12:47Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 529 Eric’s Law currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/16/2023, 6:12 PM

Congressional Summary of S 529

Eric's Law

This bill modifies procedures with respect to capital sentencing hearings.

If a jury at a capital sentencing hearing does not reach a unanimous recommendation on the defendant's sentence and there is a motion by the attorney for the government, the court must order a new special sentencing hearing and impanel a new jury. If the new jury at the special sentencing hearing does not reach a unanimous recommendation on the defendant's sentence, then the court is prohibited from imposing a death sentence.

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Current Status of Bill S 529

Bill S 529 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2023. Bill S 529 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 27, 2023. Bill S 529's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 529

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 529

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Criminal procedure and sentencing

- Judicial procedure and administration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 529

Eric’s Law

A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to require the impaneling of a new jury if a jury fails to recommend by unanimous vote a sentence for conviction of a crime punishable by death.