S 1253 · 104th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to penalties for crimes involving cocaine, and for other purposes.

Introduced 1995-09-18· Sponsored by Sen. Abraham, Spencer [R-MI]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.(1995-09-18)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Controlled Substances Act to decrease (from five kilograms to one kilogram, and from 500 to 100 grams) the amounts of a mixture or substance containing a detectable amount of coca leaves, cocaine, ecgonine, or compounds thereof (cocaine powder) the manufacture, distribution, or possession of which is punishable by specified penalties under the Act. Directs the U.S. Sentencing Commission to promulgate or amend guidelines to reflect the amendment made by this Act.…

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Cosponsors (7)

1 Democrat6 Republicans