A bill to clarify that prosecutors and other public officials acting in the performance of their official duties may enter into cooperation agreements and make other commitments, assurances, and promises, as provided by law in consideration of truthful testimony.

Summary

Amends the Federal criminal code to provide that persons, when acting as provided by law for the proper discharge of official duties, may make offers or promises in exchange for testimony.

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Timeline

1. 15 July 1998

   Introduced

   Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 15 July 1998

   Introduced

   Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S8248)

   Source: IntroReferral

3. 15 July 1998

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

   Source: IntroReferral

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Versions

• Introduced in Senate · 15 July 1998 · Official file

Documents

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• Introduced in Senate (text)

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Sponsors

• Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] · D · Sponsor
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