LD1978

An Act Regarding Government Liability Related to Sexual Acts Toward Minors

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Maine LD1978 removes immunity for governmental entities in cases of sexual acts toward minors by employees or agents.

Maine LD1978 enacts a provision that holds governmental entities liable for intentional and negligent acts or omissions by employees or agents who commit sexual acts toward minors. This bill removes the statute of limitations for such actions, allowing lawsuits regardless of when the sexual act occurred. It applies to all governmental entities, including cities, towns, counties, and school districts, and covers acts committed on or off the entity's premises.

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Calendar

May 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

May 27, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Jun 5, 2025

Senate

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

Jun 4, 2025

Joint

Reported Out: ONTP

May 29, 2025

Joint

Work Session Held