H 4539 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act enhancing remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse

This bill extends the time survivors can file civil lawsuits for childhood sexual abuse or negligent supervision that contributed to such abuse. It removes the previous time limits for filing claims, reviving cases that were previously barred due to expired deadlines. The bill also eliminates damage caps for these claims, ensuring survivors can seek full compensation. It directly affects survivors of childhood sexual abuse and organizations or individuals found liable for failing to prevent abuse.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2025
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Governor
Introduced Sep 25, 2025 Last action Sep 25, 2025
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Sep 25, 2025
Lower · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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Sep 25, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported from the committee on The Judiciary
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0 primary · 12 co-sponsors

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