HB 72 (1989): relative to delays in civil proceedings caused by attorneys.

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HB 72 (1989)

relative to delays in civil proceedings caused by attorneys.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1989-1990
  • House committee: Judiciary
  • Subject: Civil Actions

The Story

It was introduced on January 4, 1989 and referred to the House Judiciary committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 24, 1989. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it unanimously, 18–0. On January 31, 1989 the House voted to kill it.

Sponsors

  • Rep. Seward (Rock 3) (prime sponsor)

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 24, 1989, 11:30 AM: hearing, House Judiciary, RM208,LOB

The Docket

  • January 4, 1989: INTRODUCED AND REF TO JUDICIARY HJ9 ,P90
  • January 4, 1989: IN SEAT POCKET ON 01/04/89 DUE ON 02/28/89
  • January 24, 1989: HEARING 01/24/89 11:30 RM208,LOB FOR:JUDICIARY
  • January 25, 1989: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR: 1/31 VOTE (18-0;CC)
  • January 31, 1989: ITL REPORT ADOPTED; HJ17, P211

Laws It Would Change

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