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A bill to provide remote access to court proceedings for victims of the 1988 Bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland.
3/7/2024, 9:39 PM
Summary of Bill S 3250
Bill 118 s 3250, also known as the "Pan Am Flight 103 Victims Access to Justice Act," aims to provide remote access to court proceedings for victims of the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland. This bill specifically focuses on ensuring that victims and their families have the ability to participate in court proceedings, regardless of their physical location.
The bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 was a tragic event that resulted in the deaths of 270 individuals, including 189 Americans. Many of the victims' families have been seeking justice and closure for over three decades, and this bill seeks to provide them with the opportunity to actively participate in legal proceedings related to the bombing.
By providing remote access to court proceedings, victims and their families will be able to observe and participate in hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings without the need to physically travel to the court. This will not only make it easier for victims and their families to stay informed and engaged in the legal process, but it will also ensure that their voices are heard and their rights are protected. Overall, Bill 118 s 3250 is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to provide victims of the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing with the access to justice that they deserve. By allowing remote access to court proceedings, this bill will help to ensure that victims and their families are able to actively participate in the legal process and seek the justice and closure that they have been seeking for so long.
The bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 was a tragic event that resulted in the deaths of 270 individuals, including 189 Americans. Many of the victims' families have been seeking justice and closure for over three decades, and this bill seeks to provide them with the opportunity to actively participate in legal proceedings related to the bombing.
By providing remote access to court proceedings, victims and their families will be able to observe and participate in hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings without the need to physically travel to the court. This will not only make it easier for victims and their families to stay informed and engaged in the legal process, but it will also ensure that their voices are heard and their rights are protected. Overall, Bill 118 s 3250 is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to provide victims of the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing with the access to justice that they deserve. By allowing remote access to court proceedings, this bill will help to ensure that victims and their families are able to actively participate in the legal process and seek the justice and closure that they have been seeking for so long.
Congressional Summary of S 3250
This bill requires federal courts to make remote access to certain criminal court proceedings available for victims of the bombing of Pan American Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, on December 21, 1988.
Specifically, federal courts must make remote access available to the proceedings in the criminal case against Abu Agila Mohammed Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi and against any co-conspirator subsequently charged and prosecuted in federal court for crimes related to the bombing of Pan American Flight 103.
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Current Status of Bill S 3250
Bill S 3250 is currently in the status of Signed by President since January 26, 2024. Bill S 3250 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 8, 2023. Bill S 3250's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-37. as of January 26, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3250
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3250
Primary Policy Focus
LawPotential Impact Areas
- Aviation and airports
- Crime victims
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Europe
- Federal district courts
- Firearms and explosives
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Libya
- Scotland
- Telephone and wireless communication
- Terrorism
- United Kingdom
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3250
A bill to provide remote access to court proceedings for victims of the 1988 Bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland.
A bill to provide remote access to court proceedings for victims of the 1988 Bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3250
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