SB 1066
civil liability; fraudulent scientific research
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Bill overview
This bill establishes civil liability for researchers who knowingly or recklessly publish fraudulent scientific research. It allows the Attorney General or County Attorney to sue researchers who engage in such practices, outlining specific exceptions and remedies. The bill aims to protect research institutions, funding agencies, and individuals harmed by false scientific claims, and sets a four-year statute of limitations for such lawsuits.
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