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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to revise the charitable immunity cap. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill revises the charitable immunity cap in Massachusetts. The bill amends Section 85K of Chapter 231 of the General Laws to limit the charitable immunity defense to organizations that (a) committed the tort in the course of activities directly furthering their charitable purposes, (b) derive more than 50% of their income from charitable gifts or donations, and (c) had fewer than 25 employees at the time the cause of action arose. This change aims to balance protecting charities' ability to operate while still allowing victims of torts to seek recourse.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2313 (on 03/01/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S913 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S913.pdf |
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