Bills in the 110th Congress
H.AMDT. 1147
An amendment numbered 4 printed in House Report 110-807 to clarify that a plaintiff must show intent (malice or reckless indifference) to recover punitive damages.
An amendment numbered 4 printed in House Report 110-807 to clarify that a plaintiff must show intent (malice or reckless indifference) to recover punitive damages.
Amendment clarified the legal standard for punitive damages as requiring malice or reckless indifference.
Show All TitlesAmends H.R. 1338
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Sponsor
Gabrielle Giffords
D-AZ 8th
Jul 31, 2008: Passed House
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July 31, 2008 6:44 PM EDT |
On agreeing to the Giffords amendment (A004) Agreed to by recorded vote: 397 - 29 (Roll no. 553). |
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July 31, 2008 5:49 PM EDT |
Amendment (A004) offered by Ms. Giffords. (consideration: CR H7696-7697, H7700; text: CR H7696) Show Debate Speakers |