SB844

Modifies provisions regarding the State Legal Expense Fund as it relates to foster care contractors

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri SB844 modifies the State Legal Expense Fund, limiting payments for certain claims and judgments.

Missouri SB844 modifies provisions regarding the State Legal Expense Fund, particularly focusing on limiting payments for claims and judgments against state officers, employees, and health care providers. The bill sets a maximum limit of $500,000 for all claims arising from the same act or acts, and not exceeding $500,000 for any one claimant. It also restricts payments for certain health care services provided without compensation. The fund is to be used exclusively for these claims, precluding other civil actions for the same subject matter.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Calendar

Feb 25

12:00 PM

General Laws Hearing

History

Mar 9

Senate

Voted Do Pass S General Laws Committee

Feb 25

Senate

Hearing Conducted S General Laws Committee

Jan 8

Senate

Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee