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COMMITTEE REPORT
January 25, 2005
H. 3322
S. Printed 1/25/05--H.
Read the first time January 19, 2005.
To whom was referred a House Resolution (H. 3322) requesting the Congress of the United States to support and enact meaningful class action and, etc., respectfully
That they have duly and carefully considered the same and recommend that the same do pass:
ROBERT W. LEACH, SR. for Committee.
REQUESTING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO SUPPORT AND ENACT MEANINGFUL CLASS ACTION AND LEGAL REFORM.
Whereas, a fair and efficient legal system free from frivolous and abusive litigation is necessary for a vibrant economy and access to affordable healthcare; and
Whereas, reasonable caps on damages protect consumers from the rising costs of, and diminishing access to, products and services that result from lawsuit abuse; and
Whereas, victims who suffer losses, not their attorneys, should receive the majority of damage awards; and
Whereas, lawsuits filed in a timely fashion promote fairness for all parties; and
Whereas, in accordance with the intent of the framers of the Constitution, cases involving residents of different states should be tried in federal court; and
Whereas, individuals suffer the most damaging effects of frivolous lawsuits as the cost of products and services rises due to the exorbitant increases in insurance costs. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, request that the Congress of the United States support and enact meaningful class action and legal reform.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the United States Senate, the United States House of Representatives, and to each member of the South Carolina Congressional Delegation.
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