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Feb 14, 2003

Emergency Malpractice Liability Insurance Commission (EMLIC) Act

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Emergency Malpractice Liability Insurance Commission (EMLIC) Act - Establishes the Emergency Malpractice Liability Insurance Commission, whose purpose is to examine the causes of soaring medical malpractice premiums and propose a comprehensive strategy to combat the consequences. Directs the Commission to investigate the possible linkage between: (1) skyrocketing malpractice insurance premiums; (2) rising jury awards; (3) decreased accessibility and affordability of health care; and (4) a rise in the number of physicians moving, quitting, or retiring.

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Introduced(1/29/03)
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Mr. DEFAZIO

(D) OR – 4

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Feb 14, 2003

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