An Act relative to governmental and charitable tort liability

This bill removes the $100,000 cap on compensatory damages for sexual abuse claims involving minors (as defined in Chapter 260, Section 4C) when suing government entities or charitable organizations. It amends three specific sections of Massachusetts law: Chapter 231 (general tort liability), Chapter 258 (liability for public employees/contractors), and the MBTA's liability rules. The key change ensures victims of minor sexual abuse by public employees, contractors, or in charitable contexts can seek full damages without the previous financial limit. This directly affects minors who have experienced sexual abuse and their ability to pursue compensation from public or charitable institutions. The bill does not alter other aspects of tort law or create new liability standards.