S. 238 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Eric Williams Correctional Officer Protection Act of 2015
S. 238 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Jan 22, 2015, sponsored by Patrick J. Toomey with 9 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 22, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 9
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 114-133
What it does
Eric Williams Correctional Officer Protection Act of 2015 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the federal criminal code to require the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to issue oleoresin capsicum spray (i.e., pepper spray) to officers and employees who respond to emergency situations at high-security, medium-security, and administrative facilities. Officers and employees may use pepper spray to reduce violent acts by prisoners and visitors.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Patrick J. Toomey (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 7 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 22, 2015
- Passed the SenateDec 16, 2015
- Passed the HouseFeb 24, 2016
- Sent to the PresidentMar 1, 2016
- Became lawMar 9, 2016
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-133. (Mar 9, 2016)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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