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- H.R.2938
H.R.2938: Charitable Medical Care Act of 1996
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Feb. 1, 1996
- Latest Major Action Feb. 28, 1996
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
31 (3 Democrats, 28 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Charitable Medical Care Act of 1996 - Exempts health care professionals from liability for negligence in the provision of health care services without charge in (or on referral from) a free medical clinic, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct. Makes this Act applicable only if such professional, before furnishing the service: (1) agrees to furnish such service voluntarily and without charge to the recipient or to any...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Committee Hearings Held.
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Committee Hearings Held.
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| Feb. 1, 1996 |
Introduced in the House by Robert W. Goodlatte (R-Va.) |