public entity liability; sexual offenses

This bill modifies Arizona's tort immunity laws to clarify when public entities can be held financially responsible for criminal acts committed by their employees. It generally shields public entities from liability for felonies unless the entity knew the employee had a history of such behavior, with specific exceptions for sexual offenses involving minors or children with disabilities where the entity failed in its duty to investigate or report. Additionally, the legislation protects public officers from liability when providing emergency medical care in good faith, unless their actions constitute gross negligence. The bill would have applied to sexual offenses occurring on or after its effective date of December 31, 2026, but it was vetoed by the Governor.