H.R. 1371 — To amend the Federal tort claims provisions of title 28, United States Code, to repeal the exception for claims arising outside the United States, and for other purposes.

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Amends Federal tort claims provisions to repeal the exception from coverage for any claim arising in a foreign country.

Authorizes a Federal officer or employee to bring an action against the United States which is based on the gross negligence of another U.S. officer or employee.

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1999-04-12
Introduced in House
1999-04-12
Introduced in House
1999-04-12
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E607-608)
1999-04-12
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
1999-05-25
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.

To amend the Federal tort claims provisions of title 28, United States Code, to repeal the exception for claims arising outside the United States, and for other purposes.

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