LD1347

Resolve, Establishing the Commission to Study the Maine Tort Claims Act

Failed·4/29/26
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Increases the cap on damages in tort claims against Maine governmental entities from $400,000 to $1,250,000 per occurrence.

This bill amends the Maine Tort Claims Act to increase the cap on damages in tort claims against governmental entities or their employees from $400,000 to $1,250,000 per occurrence. This change applies to any claim or cause of action permitted by the act, affecting both governmental entities and their employees.

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Calendar

Apr 22, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

Apr 10, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Apr 29

Senate

Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)

Jun 25, 2025

Senate

CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.

May 28, 2025

House

FINALLY PASSED.