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Reforming America's Liability Laws: A Necessary Change for Fairness and Competitiveness

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0029

Dates

  • March 22, 1995
  • 104th Congress (1995-1997)

Scope and Contents

Dick Armey, a Member of , is in favor of reforming America's liability laws to address the excessive costs imposed by irrational product liability laws. He supports H.R. 956, the Common Sense Product Liability and Legal Reform Act, which aims to limit punitive damage awards, reform joint-and-several liability rules, and provide immunity to manufacturers after 15 years. Armey believes these reforms are necessary to curb lawsuit abuse, protect jobs and consumers, and enhance American competitiveness.

Extent

2 pages

Creator(s)

Armey, Richard K., 1940-

Congress 104th (1995-1997)

Policy Area Older people--Medical care--United States; Flood control; Agricultural laws and legislation

Tribal Affiliation(s) Non-Specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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