Reforming Liability Laws: A Call to Action, 1997-01 - 1997-12-31

Item — Box: CR 36, Folder: 14

Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0071

Scope and Contents

The document discusses the need for reforming liability laws in the United States, citing excessive costs and negative impacts on various goods and services. It emphasizes the importance of balancing the ability to sue for injuries with reasonable limits on punitive damages. The document also mentions previous efforts to pass product liability legislation and expresses support for further legal reforms in .

Dates

Creation: 1997-01 - 1997-12-31

Creator

From the Collection: 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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