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Report on Fugitives Sought by US Abroad

This act requires the President to regularly report to Congress on individuals sought by the United States who are residing in other countries. The goal is to improve government efforts to bring these individuals to justice, potentially enhancing public safety and a sense of justice for crime victims.
Key points
The President will be required to annually submit a list of fugitives sought by the US residing abroad, along with diplomatic efforts undertaken.
The report must include data on case duration, resolution, and extradition barriers, allowing for an assessment of government effectiveness.
The act emphasizes prioritizing extradition requests by US diplomats in interactions with foreign officials.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3536
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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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 118_HR_3536.

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 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President will be required to annually submit a list of fugitives sought by the US residing abroad, along with diplomatic efforts undertaken.
  • The report must include data on case duration, resolution, and extradition barriers, allowing for an assessment of government effectiveness.
  • The act emphasizes prioritizing extradition requests by US diplomats in interactions with foreign officials.
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 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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