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Frank Connor and Trooper Werner Foerster Justice Act

3/21/2025, 4:08 AM

Summary of Bill S 834

Bill 119 s 834, also known as the Extradition of Fugitives from Cuba Act, is a proposed legislation that aims to bring back convicted felons and fugitives who are currently residing in Cuba to escape prosecution in the United States. The bill specifically targets individuals like Joanne Chesimard and William "Guillermo" Morales, who have been convicted of criminal offenses in the US but are currently living in Cuba.

The bill calls for the immediate extradition or return of these fugitives to the United States to face justice for their crimes. It highlights the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions and ensuring that they do not evade punishment by seeking refuge in other countries.

If passed, this legislation would require the US government to take necessary steps to bring back these fugitives from Cuba and ensure that they are brought to trial for their offenses. It emphasizes the need for cooperation between the US and Cuba in extraditing individuals who have committed crimes in the United States. Overall, Bill 119 s 834 seeks to uphold the rule of law and ensure that individuals who have been convicted of crimes in the US are not able to escape justice by seeking safe haven in other countries like Cuba.

Current Status of Bill S 834

Bill S 834 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 4, 2025. Bill S 834 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 4, 2025.  Bill S 834's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of March 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 834

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 834

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 834

A bill to call for the immediate extradition or return to the United States of convicted felon Joanne Chesimard, William "Guillermo" Morales, and all other fugitives who are receiving safe haven in Cuba to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States.
A bill to call for the immediate extradition or return to the United States of convicted felon Joanne Chesimard, William "Guillermo" Morales, and all other fugitives who are receiving safe haven in Cuba to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States.

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