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Justice and Extradition Act: Pursuing Fugitives Abroad

This act aims to improve U.S. government efforts to bring back fugitives who committed crimes in the United States and are hiding abroad. Citizens can expect the government to more actively pursue justice for those responsible for crimes, potentially increasing the sense of justice for victims and their families.
Key points
The U.S. President will be required to regularly report to Congress on the number of fugitives sought by the U.S., the countries where they reside, and diplomatic efforts undertaken to bring them back.
The act emphasizes the importance of prioritizing extradition requests by U.S. diplomats during meetings with foreign officials.
The goal is to strengthen U.S. government efforts to ensure justice for victims of crimes whose perpetrators have fled abroad.
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Print number: 117_HR_8651
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Process start date: 2022-08-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8651.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-08-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. President will be required to regularly report to Congress on the number of fugitives sought by the U.S., the countries where they reside, and diplomatic efforts undertaken to bring them back.
  • The act emphasizes the importance of prioritizing extradition requests by U.S. diplomats during meetings with foreign officials.
  • The goal is to strengthen U.S. government efforts to ensure justice for victims of crimes whose perpetrators have fled abroad.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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