SRES24-119

In Committee

Condemning the commutation of the death sentence of Anthony George Battle granted by President Biden on December 23, 2024.

119th Congress Introduced Jan 14, 2025

Legislative Progress

In Committee
Introduced Committee Passed
Jan 14, 2025

Mr. Cotton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to …

Summary

What This Bill Does

A Senate resolution condemning the commutation of death row inmate Anthony George Battle's sentence, asserting it undermined rule of law and denied justice to victims.

Who Benefits and How

Victims' families and death penalty advocates gain congressional expression of support. Law enforcement receives symbolic backing for original prosecution.

Who Bears the Burden and How

This is a non-binding resolution expressing disapproval of executive clemency action.

Key Provisions

  • Condemns commutation of Battle's death sentence
  • States commutation undermined rule of law
  • Asserts victims were denied justice
  • Recounts Battle's conviction for murdering his wife
Model: claude-opus-4
Generated: Jan 10, 2026 19:57

Evidence Chain:

This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.

Primary Purpose

Condemns presidential commutation of Anthony George Battle death sentence granted December 2024

Policy Domains

Criminal Justice Executive Power Victims Rights

Legislative Strategy

"Express disapproval of executive clemency decision"

Bill Structure & Actor Mappings

Who is "The Secretary" in each section?

Domains
Criminal Justice Executive Power

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