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MO HJR6
Joint Resolution
Status
1/9/2013
Primary Sponsor
William White
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AI Summary
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Submits a constitutional amendment to Missouri voters at the November 2014 general election or a special election called by the governor
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Caps noneconomic damages (pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of consortium, disfigurement) at $350,000 per occurrence effective January 1, 2014, for medical and health care providers
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Establishes a $350,000 per occurrence cap on noneconomic damages for all other claims and causes of action effective January 1, 2014
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Allows the General Assembly to modify the $350,000 liability limits by law if approved by at least three-fifths of elected members in each house
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Defines economic damages as compensatory damages for pecuniary loss, excluding all forms of pain, suffering, and related non-monetary injuries
Legislative Description
Proposes a constitutional amendment limiting the liability for noneconomic damages and authorizes the General Assembly to adjust the amount as necessary by law
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
3/6/2013