SB 563 (1996): relative to prejudgment interest in civil actions.

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SB 563 (1996)

relative to prejudgment interest in civil actions.

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

The Story

It was introduced on January 3, 1996 and referred to the Senate Judiciary committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 7, 1996. The committee voted unanimously, 4–0, to recommend that the Senate kill it. On March 6, 1996 the Senate voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

  • Sen. Cohen (SD24) (prime sponsor)

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 7, 1996, 11:30 AM: hearing, Senate Judiciary, RM103,LOB

Votes

  • March 6, 1996, Senate: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 3, 1996: INTRODUCED AND REF TO JUDICIARY; SJ1,P6
  • February 7, 1996: HEARING FEB07 11:30 RM103,LOB FOR: JUD
  • March 5, 1996: COMM REPORT ITL MAR06 (VOTE 4-0)
  • March 6, 1996: ITL REPORT ADOPTED VV; SJ10,P143

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