Reforming Securities Litigation: H.R. 1058
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0047
Dates
- Majority of material found within 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 text discusses H.R. 1058, the Securities Litigation Reform Act, which aims to address the increase in costly and abusive securities fraud lawsuits. The bill includes provisions to limit attorney fees, prevent professional plaintiffs from filing multiple suits, and ensure fair compensation for plaintiffs. It also introduces proportional liability for unknowing violations and a safe harbor for forward-looking company statements. The bill has been passed by the House and Senate and is awaiting approval from the president. man Dick Armey expresses support for the bill and thanks the reader for contacting his office.
Extent
1 pages
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; Older people--Medical care--United States; Banks and banking--United States
Tribal Affiliation(s) Non-Specified
Congress 103rd (1993-1995); 104th (1995-1997); 105th (1997-1999); 106th (1999-2001); 107th (2001-2003)
Policy Area Courts--United States; Older people--Medical care--United States; Banks and banking--United States
Tribal Affiliation(s) Non-Specified
Source
- Armey, Richard K., 1940- (Person)
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository