HB 564 (1989): permitting awards of enhanced damages in civil suits against intoxicated drivers.

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HB 564 (1989)

permitting awards of enhanced damages in civil suits against intoxicated drivers.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1989-1990
  • House committee: Judiciary
  • Subject: Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

The Story

It was introduced on January 31, 1989 and referred to the House Judiciary committee. The committee held a public hearing on March 8, 1989. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it unanimously, 16–0. On March 22, 1989 the House voted to kill it.

Sponsors

  • Rep. Dwyer (Hills 41) (prime sponsor)

Hearings and Sessions

  • March 8, 1989, 10:00 AM: hearing, House Judiciary, RM208,LOB

The Docket

  • January 31, 1989: INTRODUCED AND REF TO JUDICIARY
  • February 8, 1989: IN SEAT POCKET ON 02/07/89 DUE ON 03/14/89
  • March 8, 1989: HEARING 03/08/89 10:00 RM208,LOB FOR: JUDICIARY
  • March 16, 1989: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR:3/22/89 VOTE (16-0 cc)
  • March 22, 1989: ITL REPORT ADOPTED; HJ54, P1624

Laws It Would Change

Related Bills

  • HB 1253 (1994): permitting awards of enhanced damages in civil suits against intoxicated drivers.

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