LB1097

Adopt the State and Political Subdivisions Sexual Abuse Liability Act

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Adopts the State and Political Subdivisions Sexual Abuse Liability Act in Nebraska.

The bill adopts the State and Political Subdivisions Sexual Abuse Liability Act in Nebraska. It waives sovereign immunity for the state and political subdivisions for actions related to sexual abuse of children and individuals with developmental disabilities. It allows victims to bring tort claims against the state or political subdivisions, regardless of whether criminal prosecution has occurred. The act also redefines terms and harmonizes provisions, exempting actions from the Political Subdivisions Tort Claims Act and the State Tort Claims Act.

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Calendar

Feb 12

1:30 PM

Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Indefinitely postponed

Feb 3

Legislature

Notice of hearing for February 12, 2026

Jan 23

Legislature

Cavanaugh, J. name added