S.49 - Public Corruption Prosecution Improvements Act Sponsor: Patrick Leahy / 111th Congress

Title
111th Congress - A bill to help Federal prosecutors and investigators combat public corruption by strengthening and clarifying the law.
Summary
A bill to help Federal prosecutors and investigators combat public corruption by strengthening and clarifying the law. (by CRS)
Status
The bill has passed through committee and has been put on a legislative calendar.

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Over-legislating? by Emily Derenthal, Mar 20, 2009 (4:56pm)

The debate over S. 49, the Public Corruption Prosecution Improvements Act, centers on the question of whether or not the specific measures in this bill will truly address public corruption, or if it is simply more empty legislation. Opponents argue that S. 49 isn’t breaking any new ground: it’s redundant and unnecessary. Supporters argue that exposing public corruption is essential for a functional democracy.

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