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On the recordApril 22, 2009
The current preemption clause insulates assignees from liability for their own conduct if it is not under the rubric of fraud.
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Maxine Waters
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Highlights a potential issue with the bill's preemption clause regarding assignee liability.

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