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Sentencing Commission Changes: More Voices for Public Defenders

This act modifies the composition of the Sentencing Commission by adding a public defender as a non-voting member. This aims to ensure that the perspective of accused individuals and their defenders is considered when setting sentencing guidelines. For citizens, this could lead to a more balanced and fair approach to criminal sentencing.
Key points
Adds a public defender as a non-voting member to the United States Sentencing Commission.
Increases the total number of Commission members from nine to ten, including three non-voting members.
Strengthens the representation of the defense perspective in the process of creating sentencing guidelines.
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Print number: 117_S_3286
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-11-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sentencing Commission Improvements Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3286.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Adds a public defender as a non-voting member to the United States Sentencing Commission.
  • Increases the total number of Commission members from nine to ten, including three non-voting members.
  • Strengthens the representation of the defense perspective in the process of creating sentencing guidelines.
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 Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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