Update on H.R. 956: Common Sense Product Liability and Legal Reform Act, 1993-01-01 - 2001-12-21

Item — Box: CR 36, Folder: 14

Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0057

Scope and Contents

The document is a response from man Dick Armey regarding the Common Sense Product Liability and Legal Reform Act (H.R. 956). The bill addresses issues related to punitive damage awards, joint-and-several liability rules, and product seller liability. The House passed the bill with amendments and it is now being considered by a House-Senate conference committee. man Armey appreciates the support and hopes to vote on the issue soon.

Dates

Creation: 1993-01-01 - 2001-12-21

Creator

Armey, Richard Keith (Dick), Chair of the House Homeland Security Committee (2002-2003); House Majority Leader (1995-2003); Chair of the House Republican Conference (1993-1995); Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas's 26th district (1985- (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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