S 1940 · 99th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement
International Terrorism Control Act of 1985
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Introduced2
Committee3
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House5
EnactedLatest: Committee on Judiciary requested executive comment from Department of Justice.(1986-01-13)
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International Terrorism Control Act of 1985 - Establishes as criminal offenses: (1) international terrorist activities; and (2) military and intelligence assistance to certain foreign governments, factions, and international terrorist groups. Declares that the trial of any such offense committed out of the jurisdiction of any particular State or district may be held in any district. Authorizes the Attorney General and the Secretary of State to cooperate with foreign governments in combating terrorism. Revises extradition statutes. Permits the President, upon authorization by congressional joint resolution, to exercise specified powers in dealing with countries that engage in or support acts of terrorism.…
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