A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study as to the feasibility of establishing a no-fault catastrophic loss fund to provide payment for claims brought as the result of birth-related neurological injuries in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the possibility of creating a state fund to help cover medical expenses for families affected by birth-related neurological injuries in Pennsylvania. The study will examine the feasibility of establishing a ‘no-fault’ system, meaning that payments would be made regardless of fault. This is prompted by concerns about physician shortages in obstetrics and the high costs associated with malpractice claims related to childbirth complications.
Key provisions
- Directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a feasibility study.
- Focuses the study on establishing a no-fault catastrophic loss fund.
- The fund would provide payments for claims resulting from birth-related neurological injuries.
- The study must be completed within one year of the resolution's adoption.
Who is affected
- Families with children who have suffered birth-related neurological injuries.
- Obstetric physicians in Pennsylvania.
- The Legislative Budget and Finance Committee.
Notable changes
- This resolution proposes a new funding mechanism for birth-related neurological injury claims.
- It shifts away from a traditional ‘fault-based’ system to a ‘no-fault’ approach.
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Judith Schwank
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