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This bill proposes to completely repeal the Pennsylvania Crime Commission Act of 1978, effectively dissolving the Pennsylvania Crime Commission. The bill details the process of winding down the commission's operations by June 30, 1994, including provisions for transferring ongoing investigations to the Pennsylvania State Police and federal law enforcement authorities. Prior to its dissolution, the commission had been responsible for investigating organized crime and public corruption, with six commissioners appointed by various state political leaders, including the Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police serving as the chairperson. The commission had broad investigative powers, including the ability to subpoena witnesses, conduct inquiries into organized crime and public corruption, and publish reports of its findings. The bill mandates that the Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police will determine which commission employees will be transferred to the Bureau of Criminal Investigation and will also be responsible for reviewing and transferring the commission's records. By November 30, 1994, the Commissioner must provide a comprehensive report to the General Assembly detailing the disposition of the commission's employees, property, cases, and records. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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