Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 8651 Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 7:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8651

Bill 117 HR 8651, 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 killed in a terrorist attack in 1979, and Werner Foerster, a New Jersey state trooper who was murdered by a fugitive in 1973.

The main purpose of this bill is to strengthen extradition procedures and improve cooperation between the United States and other countries in the pursuit of justice for victims of terrorism and other violent crimes. The bill aims to streamline the extradition process, making it easier for the US to extradite individuals who have committed crimes in other countries and vice versa.

Some key provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the Department of Justice to support extradition efforts, enhancing communication and coordination between US law enforcement agencies and their foreign counterparts, and establishing a framework for sharing information and evidence in extradition cases. Overall, the Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of extradition procedures, ultimately helping to bring perpetrators of violent crimes to justice and provide closure for the victims and their families.

Congressional Summary of HR 8651

Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act

This bill directs the President to report annually to Congress on fugitives and other individuals with respect to whom the United States is seeking extradition from other countries. The report shall contain information on the number of such individuals, U.S. diplomatic efforts to secure their return, and the factors that have prevented the resolution of outstanding cases.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8651

Bill HR 8651 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 2, 2022. Bill HR 8651 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 2, 2022. Bill HR 8651's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of August 2, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8651

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International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8651

Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act

To direct the President to submit to Congress a report on fugitives currently residing in other countries whose extradition is sought by the United States and related matters, and for other purposes.