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MA H813

To eliminate the charitable immunity cap


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to eliminate the charitable immunity defense in certain court actions. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to eliminate the charitable immunity defense in certain court actions. It proposes to amend Section 85K of Chapter 231 of the General Laws by striking out the entire section and replacing it with a sentence stating that it shall not constitute a defense to any cause of action based on tort brought against a corporation, trustees of a trust, or members of an association that said corporation, trust, or association is or was a charity.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)

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