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This bill modifies Mississippi's Tort Claims Act to clarify and refine the definition of employees covered under the act and the Tort Claims Board's responsibilities. Specifically, the bill excludes employees working for entities not registered with the Tort Claims Board from being considered "employees" under the act, requiring such employees to register their information with the board before any tortious conduct occurs. The bill also adjusts the statute of limitations for filing claims, allowing the one-year limitation period to restart if a plaintiff is notified that an employee from a non-covered entity is actually covered under the Tort Claims Act. Additionally, the bill requires the Tort Claims Board to develop and maintain a comprehensive statewide list of employees working for entities not covered by the act and to create policies for employee registration. These changes aim to provide more clarity and precision in determining liability and coverage under the Tort Claims Act, ensuring that only properly registered and authorized employees are protected, and giving plaintiffs more flexibility in filing claims when the status of an employee is initially unclear.

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