Addressing Frivolous Lawsuits: A Call for Tort Reform

Digital item

Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0016

Staff Only

Dates

1993/2001
103rd Congress (1993-1995)
104th Congress (1995-1997)
105th Congress (1997-1999)
106th Congress (1999-2001)
107th Congress (2001-2003)

Scope and Contents

The author expresses concern about frivolous lawsuits brought by prisoners and believes that inmates should have access to the court system but should not be able to abuse it. They are a cosponsor of a crime bill that includes a limit on appeals and support tort reform to address the issue of frivolous lawsuits. The author appreciates the letter and offers assistance in the future.

Extent

1 pages

Additional Description

Creator(s)

Armey, Richard K., 1940-

Congress 103rd (1993-1995); 104th (1995-1997); 105th (1997-1999); 106th (1999-2001); 107th (2001-2003)

Policy Area Courts--United States; Banks and banking--United States; Business--United States

Tribal Affiliation(s) Non-Specified