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NY S03428
NY S03428Prohibits qualified immunity for public officials; authorizes attorney general enforcement; provides that statutory immunities and statutory limitations on liability, damages or attorney fees do not apply to such claims.
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Introduced
01/31/2023
01/31/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to prohibiting qualified immunity for elected public officials
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of qualified immunity as a defense for elected public officials who deprive individuals of their constitutional or legal rights. It allows the state attorney general to bring civil actions against such officials and requires any damages awarded to be distributed to the injured party. The bill also states that statutory immunities and limitations on liability, damages, or attorney fees do not apply to claims brought under this new law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
REFERRED TO ETHICS AND INTERNAL GOVERNANCE (on 01/03/2024)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ General Civil Rights
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Civil Law and Procedure
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S3428 | 01/31/2023 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S03428&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S03428 | 01/31/2023 |
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