Bill > HB0062

This bill, the Christian Smith Safety Act, amends the Wyoming Governmental Claims Act to increase the maximum amount of money the government can be held liable for in lawsuits. Specifically, it raises the limit for claims by a single person from $250,000 to $1,000,000 and the total limit for all claims arising from one incident from $500,000 to $2,000,000. Importantly, these new maximum liability amounts will be adjusted annually for inflation, using a formula based on the Consumer Price Index or a 3% increase, whichever is less, to ensure the limits keep pace with rising costs. The bill also clarifies that these changes apply to claims based on events occurring on or after July 1, 2026, and defines "transaction" or "occurrence" to include acts, errors, or omissions.

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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0062