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HB 1850, HB 1851, HB 1852, HB 726 | Mandatory minimum sentences
Session: 2019-2020
ACLU-PA Position: Opposes
Reinstating mandatory minimum sentences will exact a steep price from Pennsylvanians. These four bills are an...
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Session: 2019-2020
ACLU-PA Position: Opposes
Reinstating mandatory minimum sentences will exact a steep price from Pennsylvanians. These four bills are an...
Session: 2019-2020
ACLU-PA Position: Opposes
For each conviction of a violent offense while incarcerated,...
Session: 2019-2020
ACLU-PA Position: Opposes
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Session: 2019-2020
ACLU-PA Position: Supports
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Session: 2019-2020
ACLU-PA Position: Supports
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Session: 2019-20
ACLU-PA Position: Opposes
As filed, HB 1555 would have reformed how long Pennsylvanians stay on probation, eliminated some of the most...