SB1069

The Governmental Tort Claims Act; requiring award of certain costs and fees for prevailing plaintiff; authorizing award of certain fees to defendant; providing for liability for exempted acts upon certain findings by court. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1069 amends The Governmental Tort Claims Act to modify liability limits and award costs and fees in certain cases.

Oklahoma SB1069 amends The Governmental Tort Claims Act to modify liability limits and award costs and fees in certain cases. The bill sets specific liability limits for various entities, including the state, political subdivisions, and certain health care providers. It also mandates the award of court costs and reasonable attorney and expert witness fees to prevailing plaintiffs in trials or appellate proceedings under the Act. Additionally, the bill authorizes the award of certain fees to defendants who prevail in actions under the Act.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Prieto