S 2558 · 93th Congress · Claims

A bill to amend title 28 of the United States Code, to provide for an exclusive remedy against the United States in suits based upon acts or omission of U.S. employees and for other purposes.

Introduced 1973-10-10· Sponsored by Sen. Hruska, Roman L. [R-NE]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary.(1973-10-10)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Provides for an exclusive remedy against the United States in suits based upon Acts or omissions of United States employees. States that the United States shall not be liable for interest prior to judgment or for punative damages. Authorizes the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare and the Secretary of Defense to provide liability insurance for assigned or detailed employees of their departments.…

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