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FEDERALhearing transcript

Hearing on the Rapid DNA Act (H.R. 320)

Original title: RAPID DNA ACT

January 1, 2015

DNA technologycriminal justicelaw enforcementforensicsH.R. 320

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The Frame

What this does

The hearing explores the integration of testing into law enforcement procedures, which could change the speed and process by which criminal suspects are identified and processed through the justice system.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Law Enforcement Agencies

These agencies would be the primary users of rapid DNA technology for suspect identification.

Crime Laboratories

Laboratories would be responsible for implementing and managing the rapid DNA testing protocols.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2015.

What's next

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Summary

This document is a transcript of a 2015 House Judiciary hearing regarding H.R. 320, the Act. The hearing featured testimony from FBI officials, crime lab administrators, and advocates regarding the use of rapid DNA analysis technology in criminal investigations.

Key Facts

  • The hearing was held on June 18, 2015, by the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
  • The primary subject of the hearing was H.R. 320, titled the 'Rapid DNA Act'.
  • Witnesses included representatives from the FBI, the American Society of Criminal Laboratory Directors, and Natasha's Justice Project.
  • The hearing was conducted in the Rayburn House Office Building.
  • The subcommittee chairman, F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr., presided over the meeting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rapid DNA Act?
It is a piece of legislation (H.R. 320) discussed in a 2015 House hearing aimed at integrating analysis technology into law enforcement and criminal justice processes.
Who testified at this hearing?
Testimony was provided by Amy S. Hess (FBI), Jody Wolf (Phoenix Police Department Crime Lab), and Natasha S. Alexenko (Natasha's Justice Project).

Why It Matters

The hearing explores the integration of testing into law enforcement procedures, which could change the speed and process by which criminal suspects are identified and processed through the justice system.

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Discoveries

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Adoption of Rapid DNA Technology

The hearing marks a formal legislative effort to integrate rapid, automated DNA testing into standard law enforcement workflows.

H.R. 320FBI

Connected Entities

personNatasha S. Alexenko“Founder of Natasha's Justice Project.”Map →
personAmy S. Hess“Executive Assistant Director of Science and Technology at the FBI.”Map →
personJody Wolf“Assistant Crime Laboratory Administrator, Phoenix Police Department.”Map →
personF. James Sensenbrenner, Jr.“Chairman of the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investi”Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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  • Controversy20
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  • Entertainment10
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  • Buzz5
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