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Increased Representation for Public Defenders on Sentencing Commission

This proposed bill aims to expand the number of non-voting members on the United States Sentencing Commission. By including a Federal Public or Community Defender, the perspective of those accused of crimes will be better represented in the sentencing process. This could influence the fairness of sentences and court procedures, indirectly affecting all citizens.
Key points
Adds a Federal Public or Community Defender as a non-voting member to the U.S. Sentencing Commission.
Increases the total number of Commission members from nine to ten, including an increase from two to three non-voting members.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6793
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]
Process start date: 2022-02-18