Pennsylvania SB1336 prohibits deprivation of rights and allows civil actions for violations.
Pennsylvania SB1336 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to add a section prohibiting the deprivation of substantive due process or equal protection rights. It allows the Attorney General or district attorneys to bring civil actions on behalf of injured parties. Successful plaintiffs can receive reasonable attorney fees, costs, and damages. The court may also award injunctive relief, civil penalties, and other appropriate remedies. The act takes effect in 60 days.
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