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Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · Sep 8, 1995
Expels Senator Bob Packwood from the Senate for: (1) his illegal actions and improper conduct in attempting to obstruct and impede the inquiry of the Select Committee on Ethics; (2) engaging in a pattern of sexual misconduct in at least 18 instances between 1969 and 1990; and (3) engaging in a plan to change his financial position by soliciting, encouraging, and coordinating employment opportunities for his wife from individuals with interests in legislation or issues which he could influence.
People & committees
Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] · R–KY
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Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S16555)
Star Print ordered on the report 104-137.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 183.
Committee on Ethics. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator McConnell. With written report No. 104-137.
Committee on Ethics. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator McConnell. With written report No. 104-137.
Introduced in Senate
Committee on Ethics ordered to be reported an original measure.
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