Bill Sponsor
Hawaii Senate Bill 2439
Session 2024
Relating To Limitation Of Actions.
Active
Active
Passed Senate on May 1, 2024
First Action
Jan 19, 2024
Latest Action
May 3, 2024
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill Number
2439
State
Hawaii
Session
2024
Sponsorship by Party
Senate Votes (2)
House Votes (3)
Motion Text
The Conference committee recommends that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS.
Senate Roll Call Votes
Summary
Extends the statute of limitations for civil actions brought by persons subjected to sexual offenses as an adult against the person who committed the act. Allows a claim to be brought against legal entities during the two-year window period if there is a finding of gross negligence. Authorizes a court to award attorney's fees to a defendant when an accusation of sexual abuse was made with no basis in fact and with malicious intent. (CD1)
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Record Created
Jan 20, 2024 1:22:55 PM
Record Updated
May 26, 2024 12:00:36 PM