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Fugitive slave law and territorial policy report urged
The committee on Territories urges a comprehensive bill to recover fugitives from service or labor, amend existing law, and ensure smooth surrender across states. It calls for stronger enforcement, a limited trial framework, and a new approach to slavery in the District of Columbia, plus plans for California and Utah New Mexico governance and Texas boundaries. The report argues for territorial governments, annexations, and a gradual abolition strategy while preserving the Union and addressing unrest from acquisitions.
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Mexico
Committee On Territories
Senate
United States
Supreme Court
Congress
Ste. Foul
Jorg Inva Beata
Benny
Courie
Ie Committee
Treasury
District of Columbia
Tharetaa
Ansunton
Wiselind
Binca
Alexander County
Virginia
Washington County
Wis
Aistan
Aliyays Asiated
Nygainat
Membes
Congresa
Maryland
Whilington
Zexna
Uni
Texas
California
New Messeo
Utah
New Mexico
Crete
United Blas
Lin
Jess