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Medical Liability/Malpractice 2009 Laws
See summarizes of state medical liability/malpractice laws for topics such as damage award limits or cap, limits on attorney fees and patient compensation funds. More
Immigration and State Law Enforcement
Under an agreement with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, some state and local law enforcement agencies now help with immigration enforcement. More
Health Reform Checkup
As Congress works on a major health care reform bill, NCSL is holding a webinar series to help legislators and legislative staff navigate the health reform maze. More
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Legislator in the Lab
 In 2009, NCSL's State Tribal Institute will host a series of meetings called "Legislator in the Lab." The meetings will bring small groups of legislators into medical school laboratories where they will learn from medical professionals about cardiovascular disease diagnostic tools and treatment strategies. More
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An Issue of Sovereignty
 Over the last few decades, tribal governments have made significant progress toward reclaiming their independence. Tribes are rewriting their constitutions, choosing their own leaders, and asserting control over their lands. There are now 275 tribes with formal court systems, and similar advances have been made in other areas. More
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A Legislatures Guide to State-Tribal Relations
The National Conference of State Legislatures has a long history of work on state-tribal relations and has brought attention to the government-to-government relationship that exists between the tribes and states. More
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