Under the terms of H.R. 1662. our Federal courts will hear civil cases brought by Individuals subjected to torture and the legal representatives of persons who lose their lives in extrajudicial killings. The Allen Tort Claims Act. which dates back almost two centuries. provides an alien with a civil remedy for a tort committed in violation of the Law of Nations28 U.S.C. 1350. This old legislation. however. extends no protection to U.S. citizens and uncertain protection to noncitizens living in our country. The explicit language of H.R. 1662 clearly is needed. The countries that encourage torture and killing generally are the least likely to be able to adjudicate victims claims fairly.
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