1965 Senate Hearings on D.C. Crime Legislation
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
These hearings represent the legislative record for proposed changes to and law enforcement authority in the District of Columbia during the .
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Residents of the District of Columbia
The proposed legislation in these bills would alter criminal procedures and laws applicable within the District.
U.S. Senate Committee on the District of Columbia
The committee is responsible for evaluating and reporting on the proposed criminal justice legislation.
Last recorded activity July 20, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The document records the second part of the Senate Committee on the District of Columbia hearings.
- The hearings were held during the first session of the 89th Congress.
- The primary subject matter is the review of H.R. 5688 and S. 1526.
- The scope of the legislation covers criminal law and criminal procedure within the District of Columbia.
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Why It Matters
These hearings represent the legislative record for proposed changes to and law enforcement authority in the District of Columbia during the .
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1960s D.C. Crime Legislation
The document highlights a period of active federal legislative interest in restructuring D.C. criminal procedure.
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