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- H.R.1334
H.R.1334: To amend the Federal tort claims provisions of title 28, United States Code, to repeal the exception for claims arising outside the United States, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced April 15, 1997
- Latest Major Action April 22, 1997
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
48 (38 Democrats, 11 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Amends Federal tort claims provisions to repeal the exception from coverage for any claim arising in a foreign country. Authorizes a Federal officer or employee to bring an action against the United States which is based on the gross negligence of another U.S. officer or employee.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.
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| April 15, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) |