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TX HB250
TX HB250Relating to civil liability for injury of a protestor by the operator of a motor vehicle.
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Introduced
07/20/2017
07/20/2017
In Committee
07/21/2017
07/21/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
08/17/2017
08/17/2017
Introduced Session
85th Legislature 1st Special Session
Bill Summary
Relating to civil liability for injury of a protestor by the operator of a motor vehicle.
AI Summary
This bill adds a new chapter to the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code that provides civil liability protection for motor vehicle operators who injure protesters blocking traffic in a public right-of-way, as long as the operator was exercising due care. The bill does not affect liability for injuries caused by grossly negligent conduct. The changes made by this bill only apply to causes of action that accrue on or after the bill's effective date, which is either immediately or 91 days after the last day of the legislative session, depending on the vote.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence (on 07/21/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.legis.state.tx.us/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=851&Bill=HB250 |
| BillText | http://www.legis.state.tx.us/tlodocs/851/billtext/html/HB00250I.htm |
| Bill | http://www.legis.state.tx.us/tlodocs/851/billtext/pdf/HB00250I.pdf |
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