SB 683 (1994): authorizing the award of punitive damages and attorneys' fees for violations of the human rights laws.

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SB 683 (1994)

authorizing the award of punitive damages and attorneys' fees for violations of the human rights laws.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1993-1994
  • Senate committee: Judiciary
  • Subject: Miscellaneous

The Story

It was introduced on January 5, 1994 and referred to the Senate Judiciary committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 31, 1994. The committee recommended that the Senate kill it. On February 3, 1994 the Senate voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

  • Sen. Lamirande (SD1) (prime sponsor)
  • Rep. M. Hawkinson (Coos 7)

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 31, 1994, 11:30 AM: hearing, Senate Judiciary, RM103,LOB

Votes

  • February 3, 1994, Senate: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 5, 1994: INTRODUCED AND REF TO JUDICIARY; SJ1,P18
  • January 31, 1994: HEARING JAN31 11:30 RM103,LOB FOR: JUDICIARY
  • February 2, 1994: COMM REPORT ITL FEB03
  • February 3, 1994: ITL REPORT ADOPTED VV; SJ3,P64

Laws It Would Change

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