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Clinton, Bill

President Clinton's Crime Bill Passes House of Representatives

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Pres. Bill Clinton expressed his pleasure and gratitude for the passage of his crime bill in the House of Representatives, marking a significant victory for law-abiding Americans and the federal government's efforts to reduce crime. The President thanked several Republican members of the House for their bipartisan support, highlighting the bill's potential to make a positive impact on the nation's crime rate. He emphasized that the entire crime bill would be fully paid for without raising taxes, but by streamlining the federal government and reducing its budget by over 270,000 employees.

Key Takeaways:

  • The crime bill will put 100,000 police officers on the streets to increase public safety and prevent crimes.
  • The bill includes longer sentences and the "three strikes and you're out" law to keep repeat violent criminals off the streets.
  • The bill prohibits juveniles from owning hand-guns and bans deadly assault weapons, while providing prevention funds to local communities to teach children right from wrong.
  • The entire crime bill was fully paid for by reducing the federal government's budget, streamlining the government, and eliminating over 270,000 employees.
  • The Senate must now pass the bill this week, with the President urging them to put politics aside and work toward a solution that benefits the American people.
  • The President believes there are over 60 Senators who will vote in favor of the package, citing that over 90 Senators previously voted for a similar crime bill.
  • The President emphasizes the importance of bipartisan cooperation and suggests that this experience may be a turning point in the way Washington works, but it remains to be seen.

Statistics:

  • 100,000 police officers will be put on the streets to increase public safety.
  • The bill will keep repeat violent criminals off the streets with longer sentences and the "three strikes and you're out" law.
  • The federal government will be reduced by over 270,000 employees to streamlines the government and fully fund the crime bill.
  • The bill will prohibit juveniles from owning hand-guns and ban deadly assault weapons.

Sources:

  • The President's address in the Oval Office at the White House, August 21, 1994
  • Associated Press, anonymous (Ron Fournier)

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