S 1200
An Act extending the civil statute of limitations for child abuse
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to extend the time frame within which civil lawsuits can be filed related to child abuse. Currently, there are strict deadlines for bringing such claims, which this legislation seeks to modify. The goal is to provide more opportunities for survivors of childhood abuse to seek justice and compensation. This extension would apply to civil cases involving allegations of child abuse.
Key provisions
- Extends the civil statute of limitations for child abuse claims.
- Allows survivors more time to file lawsuits.
- Applies to civil cases involving allegations of child abuse.
- The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on The Judiciary.
- The House concurred with the bill.
- A hearing is scheduled for June 17, 2025.
Who is affected
- Child abuse survivors
- Legal professionals
- Families of victims of child abuse
- The Judiciary
Notable changes
- Modifies the existing statute of limitations for child abuse cases.
- Provides a longer window for filing lawsuits.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joan B. Lovely
Michael O. Moore
Susannah M. Whipps
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Bill S.1200 194th (Current)
An Act extending the civil statute of limitations for child abuse
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1200) of Michael O. Moore for legislation to extend the civil statute of limitations for child abuse. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.1200
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/12/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Monday March 2, 2026 |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026 |
| 3/23/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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