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Yoho statement on H.R. 35 Vote

Statement

By: Ted Yoho
By: Ted Yoho
Date: Feb. 26, 2020
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Federal, State and Local Relations Criminal Justice

Congressman Ted S. Yoho (R-FL) released the following statement on his vote against H.R. 35:

"The horrific act of lynching is something I have and always will condemn. Any person perpetrating this crime should receive the harshest penalty under the law. However, this bill today is an overreach of the federal government and encroaches on the principles of federalism. Hate crimes fall under the jurisdiction of states, which has led to 46 states producing various hate crime statutes. In my home state of Florida, these crimes are already under state government jurisdiction and are punishable up to death. "

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