S 2033
105th Congress
Senate
Crime and Law Enforcement
Cocaine
Drug abuse
Drug traffic
Mandatory sentences
Sentencing guidelines
Powder Cocaine Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Act of 1998
Introduced: May 5, 1998
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May 5, 1998
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
May 5, 1998
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4359-4361)
May 5, 1998
Introduced in Senate
Plain-English summary
Powder Cocaine Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Act of 1998 - Amends the Controlled Substances Act to decrease (from five kilograms to 500 grams, and from 500 to 50 grams) the amounts of a mixture or substance containing a detectable amount of coca leaves, cocaine, ecgonine, or compounds thereof (cocaine powder) the manufacture, distribution, or possession of which is punishable by specified penalties under the Act. Directs the U.S. Sentencing Commission to promulgate or amend guidelines to reflect the amendment made by this Act.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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Cosponsors
1