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HB 5074 extends the statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits arising from sexual offenses against children or disabled individuals from 30 to 35 years. It also establishes liability limitations for non-perpetrators, such as businesses or organizations that operate safe environment programs. The bill caps damages at $250,000 per occurrence and $1 million per claimant, and it waives certain governmental immunities for entities found liable under these provisions. These changes apply to causes of action accruing on or after the bill's effective date.
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Richard Hayes