Establishes the Minnesota Civil Remedies Act, prohibiting immunity for government employee torts.
The bill establishes the Minnesota Civil Remedies Act, which prohibits immunity for government employees who commit torts under color of law. It allows for civil liability, including compensatory and punitive damages, equitable relief, and attorney fees. The act applies to government employees acting on or off duty if they were acting under color of law at the time of the conduct. Statutory immunities and limitations on liability, damages, and attorney fees do not apply to claims brought under this act.
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