SB 538 (1996): limiting the amount of an attorneys' compensation in tort cases.

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SB 538 (1996)

limiting the amount of an attorneys' compensation in tort cases.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1995-1996
  • Senate committee: Insurance
  • Subject: Miscellaneous

The Story

It was introduced on January 3, 1996 and referred to the Senate Insurance committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 24, 1996. The committee voted unanimously, 5–0, to recommend that the Senate kill it. On February 1, 1996 the Senate voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

  • Sen. Roberge (SD9) (prime sponsor)
  • Rep. Burke (Hills 15)
  • Rep. Letendre (Hills 15)

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 24, 1996, 11:00 AM: hearing, Senate Insurance, RM101,LOB

Votes

  • February 1, 1996, Senate: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 3, 1996: INTRODUCED AND REF TO INSURANCE; SJ1,P4
  • January 24, 1996: HEARING JAN24 11:00 RM101,LOB FOR: INSURANCE
  • January 31, 1996: COMM REPORT ITL FEB01 (VOTE 5-0)
  • February 1, 1996: ITL REPORT ADOPTED VV; SJ5,P65

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