A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for courts to be open and suits against the Commonwealth.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This proposed amendment to the Pennsylvania Constitution seeks to ensure that courts remain open and that individuals can bring lawsuits against the Commonwealth. Specifically, it extends the time limit for filing lawsuits related to childhood sexual abuse, providing a two-year window for survivors whose claims might otherwise be barred by limitations periods or immunities. The amendment would modify Article I, Section 11 of the state constitution.
Key provisions
- Extends the statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse lawsuits to two years.
- Applies to claims that would otherwise be barred by limitations periods, sovereign immunity, or governmental immunity.
- Modifies Article I, Section 11 of the Pennsylvania Constitution.
- Requires two passages by the General Assembly before being submitted to voters.
- Specifies a procedure for advertising the amendment to qualified electors.
- Allows lawsuits against the Commonwealth.
- Ensures courts remain open for legal proceedings.
Who is affected
- Childhood sexual abuse survivors
- The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Legal professionals
- Qualified electors of Pennsylvania
Notable changes
- Expands the time frame for filing lawsuits related to childhood sexual abuse.
- Addresses limitations on lawsuits against the Commonwealth.
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- Pn 0447 Html
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Nathan Davidson
Cosponsors
Dan Miller
Danielle Friel Otten
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