Number: RL32176
Title: The Liability Risk Retention Act: Background, Issues, and Current Legislation
Authors: Baird Webel, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: This report outlines the current regulatory structures affecting risk retention and risk purchasing groups as well as the legislative and market history of these groups. It also discusses the debate regarding possible expansion of these groups into areas beyond commercial liability insurance.
Pages: 12
Date: April 21, 2008