Bill > SB743

This bill modifies the Maryland Transit Administration's (MTA) liability in tort cases by establishing a clear monetary cap of $400,000 for injuries arising from a single incident or occurrence. Currently, the MTA is liable for contracts and torts committed by its officers, agents, and employees, but this legislation specifically limits the financial exposure in tort claims. The bill maintains existing procedural requirements for filing a claim, including submitting a written notice to the Administrator within one year of the injury, waiting for claim denial, and filing the action within three years of the cause of action. The notice of claim must include details such as the nature of the claim, date and place of the alleged tort, and contact information for the claimant. The bill also preserves a judicial discretion provision that allows a court to permit an action to proceed even if the required notice was not submitted, unless the MTA can demonstrate that its defense was prejudiced by the lack of notice. The legislation is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, providing clarity and potential cost containment for the Maryland Transit Administration in legal proceedings.

Justice

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0743?ys=2025RS