Bill in Congress - HR 288 -- HR 382

2-27-2009 National:

Here we have two bills with the same proposal:

Save Our Children: Stop the Violent Predators Against Children DNA Act of 2009

Sponsor: Rep Jackson-Lee, Sheila [TX-18]
Introduced 1/8/2009 Bill HR 288

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Sponsor: Rep Jackson-Lee, Sheila [TX-18]
Introduced 1/9/2009 Bill HR 382

The intent of each is: To create a separate DNA database for violent predators against children, and for other purposes.

First, I see no reason to duplicate a portion of a massive CODIS DNA data base, it wastes tons of money. Secondly, can you imagine how many other laws which reference the main CODIS DNA data base would also have to be modified. This is plain wasteful.

As to the differences between the two bills, HR 382 appropriates monies through 2012 and requires regulations be enacted while HR 288 does not have those in it.

I will ignore the findings mentioned that cite no authority, and that there is no "other purpose" mentioned in either bill.

I am OPPOSED to either of these bills.

Thanks,
eAdvocate

Note: To see all bills concerning sex offenders or their familes currently in Congress simply click here. At the present time I do not review sex offender bills concerning Immigration or Appropriations, they get very involved and are time consuming.

Note: Full bill text WILL NOT be included in this blog because as time goes on bills are amended by Congressional Committees and also on the floor of either house, and it is too easy to confuse folks who may not realize that. Further, links to the bill in Congress will be provided so folks can always see the latest version of the bill.