[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 111 (Thursday, August 11, 1994)]
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[Congressional Record: August 11, 1994]
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                         SUPPORT THE CRIME BILL

  (Mr. BARRETT of Wisconsin asked and was given permission to address 
the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. BARRETT of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased that we are going 
to have the opportunity to vote today on the very important crime bill. 
Millions of Americans across this country are deeply concerned about 
crime. The crime bill that we will consider today contains many 
provisions that address the public's concerns.
  First, the crime bill bans military-style assault weapons. It would 
be unconscionable for Congress to continue to condone the sale of guns 
that are designed specifically to kill people.
  Second, it targets violence against women in their homes. The bill 
toughens the penalties for offenders who victimize women and authorizes 
help for education, prevention, and domestic abuse hot lines.
  Third, it puts more cops on the streets. This is vital help in the 
trenches of the battle against crime and will provide 2,000 officers 
for the State of Wisconsin.
  Opponents dismiss these measures as inadequate, but no single wave of 
a magic wand will restore our sense of security. These provisions in 
the crime bill are vital elements of a comprehensive approach.
  I urge my colleagues to support the bill.

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