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TN SB0944

As introduced, provides civil immunity for the driver of an automobile who injures a protester who is blocking traffic in a public right-of-way if the driver was exercising due care. - Amends TCA Title 19; Title 20; Title 29, Chapter 34; Title 54 and Title 55.


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Introduced
02/09/2017
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/25/2018

Introduced Session

110th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, provides civil immunity for the driver of an automobile who injures a protester who is blocking traffic in a public right-of-way if the driver was exercising due care. - Amends TCA Title 19; Title 20; Title 29, Chapter 34; Title 54 and Title 55.

AI Summary

This bill provides civil immunity for the driver of an automobile who injures a protester who is blocking traffic in a public right-of-way, as long as the driver was exercising due care. However, the driver would not be immune from liability if their actions were willful or wanton. The bill amends several sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated, including Title 19, Title 20, Title 29 Chapter 34, Title 54, and Title 55, and would take effect on July 1, 2017.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee (on 03/23/2017)

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