Supporting Tort Reform: A Key Component of Health Care and Liability Laws

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Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0026

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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 is a response from man Dick Armey to a constituent supporting reform of America's liability laws. Armey agrees that current liability laws are costly and unfair, especially in the healthcare industry. He has introduced legislation and supports other bills that aim to reduce frivolous claims and limit punitive damages. Armey believes that tort reform is essential for true healthcare reform and promises to oppose any reform plan that... does not include it. He thanks the constituent for their support and offers to help in the future. See more

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1 pages

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Creator(s)

Armey, Richard K., 1940-

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

Policy Area Business--United States; Education--United States; Older people--Medical care--United States

Tribal Affiliation(s) Non-Specified