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H.R. 5494, Savannah's Law

  • This item is from the 110th Congress (2007-2008) and is no longer current. Comments, voting, and wiki editing have been disabled, and the cost/savings estimate has been frozen.

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H.R. 5494 would amend title 11 of the United States Code to make nondischargeable debts for personal injuries that result in permanent disability.

Detailed Summary

Savannah's Law - Amends federal bankruptcy law to declare nondischargeable in bankruptcy any debts for a personal injury that results in a permanent disability.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 3/17/2008: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law.

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sheri

May 6, 2008, 10:29pm (report abuse)

go to www.vannah.org to see the inspiration for this bill. This is the child that had her life changed for her by an individual that decided to be irresponsible and is also NOT liable for her disability. Insurance should have covered but that is another law that needs changed as well

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