United States · Bill · S
S. 980 (108th)
Ballistic Imaging Evaluation and Study Act of 2003
Introduced
1 May 2003
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5672-5673)
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10 August 2026
Summary
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.
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Introduced in Senate (text)
Introduced in Senate (text)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 1 May 2003
Introduced in Senate (PDF)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 1 May 2003
Introduced in Senate
summary · EN · 1 May 2003
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/senate-bill/980
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/108/s/980