An Act to eliminate the charitable immunity cap
HD 241 eliminates a legal defense that allowed charities to avoid liability in personal injury or property damage lawsuits. The bill amends state law to remove the "charitable immunity cap," meaning charities can no longer use this specific defense when sued for torts (like negligence). This change directly affects charities facing such lawsuits, as they would now be held to the same legal standards as other organizations. The key mechanism is a straightforward legal amendment removing the immunity provision from the General Laws. (3 sentences)
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Carmine Gentile
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Mary Keefe
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Mike Moore
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