The base underlying the bill is worse than that English rule, because at least the English rule let people who had lawyers appointed be free of being assessed costs. This rule does not take that into consideration. I urge the Berman amendment be agreed to.
Discussing the implications of a bill related to legal costs and representation.
Share
More from John Conyers
Members of the House, this amendment makes a bad bill even worse. To begin with, it would prohibit cy-pres distributions pursuant to which parties attempt to find the next best use of funds that remain after a class action settlement has…
Additionally, a balanced budget amendment would undermine the Federal Government's ability to respond to a national crisis.
My district has benefited greatly from the economic contributions from the refugee community.
I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Michigan will be postponed. Announcement by the Acting Chair The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to…
Other voices in this conversation
