Ballistic Imaging Evaluation and Study Act of 2003

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R GrahamSponsor

1 cosponsor · 1 D

D Miller

1 signed on when it was introduced; the rest joined later. Cosponsors who withdrew aren't shown.

What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in Senate · May 1, 2003

Ballistic Imaging Evaluation and Study Act of 2003 - Directs the Attorney General to enter into an arrangement with the National Research Council (NRC) of the National Academy of Sciences to study the effectiveness of ballistic imaging technology. Prohibits a State from using Federal funds for ballistic imaging technology until the NRC report is transmitted to Congress. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury, at a State's request, to waive such prohibition upon a showing that the use would be in the national interest.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: Ballistic Imaging Evaluation and Study Act of 2003

Latest action (May 1, 2003): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5672-5673)

Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement · Origin: Senate · Introduced: May 1, 2003

Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)

No recorded floor vote found.